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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 125,690 miles on the clock, averaging 5,673 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KY03 KVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,690 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,471 |
| Average per year | 5,673 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KY03 KVB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KY03 KVB
What car is KY03 KVB?
KY03 KVB is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY03 KVB?
The last recorded mileage for KY03 KVB was 125,690 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY03 KVB passed its MOT?
KY03 KVB has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2022.
Is KY03 KVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY03 KVB 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 KY03 KVB?
KY03 KVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.