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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 91,931 miles on the clock, averaging 7,732 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KS52 VCU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,931 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 94 |
| Average per year | 7,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KS52 VCU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KS52 VCU
What car is KS52 VCU?
KS52 VCU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KS52 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for KS52 VCU was 91,931 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS52 VCU passed its MOT?
KS52 VCU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2015.
Is KS52 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS52 VCU 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 KS52 VCU?
KS52 VCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.