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KM52 TUV

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Silver Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourSilver
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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 13 (59% pass rate). It has 52,336 miles on the clock, averaging 1,870 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 TUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,336
Last Mileage
Recorded
32
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 32 tests on record
1,870

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 reading52,336 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,042
Average per year1,870
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 TUV 17k26k35k43k52k '06'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 32 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,336 miles
Since last MOT+1,042 miles
PASS
Mileage51,294 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,294 miles
Since last MOT+652 miles
PASS
Mileage50,642 miles
Since last MOT+1,124 miles
PASS
Mileage49,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,518 miles
Since last MOT+1,594 miles
PASS
Mileage47,924 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,924 miles
Since last MOT+1,318 miles
PASS
Mileage46,606 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,606 miles
Since last MOT+1,618 miles
PASS
Mileage44,988 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,987 miles
Since last MOT+2,318 miles
PASS
Mileage42,669 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,666 miles
Since last MOT+4,262 miles
PASS
Mileage38,404 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,404 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage35,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,051 miles
Since last MOT+522 miles
PASS
Mileage34,529 miles
Since last MOT+1,204 miles
PASS
Mileage33,325 miles
Since last MOT+1,840 miles
PASS
Mileage31,485 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,484 miles
Since last MOT+1,118 miles
PASS
Mileage30,366 miles
Since last MOT+1,846 miles
PASS
Mileage28,520 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,519 miles
Since last MOT+1,644 miles
PASS
Mileage26,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,875 miles
Since last MOT+12,287 miles
PASS
Mileage14,588 miles
PASS
Mileage22,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,247 miles
Since last MOT+2,584 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,663 miles
Since last MOT+2,802 miles
PASS
Mileage16,861 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 TUV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 TUV

What car is KM52 TUV?

KM52 TUV is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM52 TUV?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 TUV was 52,336 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 TUV passed its MOT?

KM52 TUV has had 32 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (19 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2025.

Is KM52 TUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 TUV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 TUV?

KM52 TUV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.