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LG53 EHZ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlack
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 140,772 miles on the clock, averaging 6,178 miles per year, 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 LG53 EHZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
140,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
6,178

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

Below average
Latest reading140,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,178
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG53 EHZ 22k52k82k111k141k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,772 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,770 miles
Since last MOT+14,696 miles
PASS
Mileage126,074 miles
Since last MOT+10,796 miles
PASS
Mileage115,278 miles
Since last MOT+10,032 miles
PASS
Mileage105,246 miles
Since last MOT+13,873 miles
PASS
Mileage91,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,373 miles
Since last MOT+9,275 miles
PASS
Mileage82,098 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,097 miles
Since last MOT+166 miles
PASS
Mileage81,931 miles
Since last MOT+1,419 miles
PASS
Mileage80,512 miles
Since last MOT+1,916 miles
PASS
Mileage78,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,596 miles
Since last MOT+2,355 miles
PASS
Mileage76,241 miles
Since last MOT+3,087 miles
PASS
Mileage73,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,154 miles
Since last MOT+2,248 miles
PASS
Mileage70,906 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage67,600 miles
Since last MOT+4,035 miles
PASS
Mileage63,565 miles
Since last MOT+7,681 miles
PASS
Mileage55,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,043 miles
PASS
Mileage49,841 miles
Since last MOT+6,171 miles
PASS
Mileage43,670 miles
Since last MOT+8,091 miles
PASS
Mileage35,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,579 miles
Since last MOT+7,347 miles
PASS
Mileage28,232 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,226 miles
Since last MOT+5,826 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,400 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

RegistrationLG53 EHZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LG53 EHZ

What car is LG53 EHZ?

LG53 EHZ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG53 EHZ?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 EHZ was 140,772 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 EHZ passed its MOT?

LG53 EHZ has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.

Is LG53 EHZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG53 EHZ 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 LG53 EHZ?

LG53 EHZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.