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KM52 MHY

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 100,688 miles on the clock, averaging 3,977 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for KM52 MHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
3,977

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading100,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,211
Average per year3,977
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 MHY 24k43k62k81k101k '05'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,688 miles
Since last MOT+4,211 miles
PASS
Mileage96,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,477 miles
Since last MOT+5,218 miles
PASS
Mileage91,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,270 miles
PASS
Mileage86,989 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,908 miles
Since last MOT+14,371 miles
PASS
Mileage72,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,537 miles
Since last MOT+9,551 miles
PASS
Mileage62,986 miles
Since last MOT+3,620 miles
PASS
Mileage59,366 miles
Since last MOT+1,482 miles
PASS
Mileage57,884 miles
Since last MOT+2,512 miles
PASS
Mileage55,372 miles
Since last MOT+3,712 miles
PASS
Mileage51,660 miles
Since last MOT+8,630 miles
PASS
Mileage43,030 miles
Since last MOT+538 miles
PASS
Mileage42,492 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,490 miles
Since last MOT+571 miles
PASS
Mileage41,919 miles
Since last MOT+658 miles
PASS
Mileage41,261 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage37,110 miles
Since last MOT+3,544 miles
PASS
Mileage33,566 miles
Since last MOT+2,768 miles
PASS
Mileage30,798 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
PASS
Mileage28,542 miles
Since last MOT+2,712 miles
PASS
Mileage25,830 miles
Since last MOT+1,986 miles
PASS
Mileage23,844 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)

Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).

Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)

Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).

Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links

Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).

Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)

Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM52 MHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 MHY

What car is KM52 MHY?

KM52 MHY is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KM52 MHY?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 MHY was 100,688 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 MHY passed its MOT?

KM52 MHY has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2025.

Is KM52 MHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 MHY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KM52 MHY?

KM52 MHY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.