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LX03 TZC

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 998cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 28,045 miles on the clock, averaging 1,687 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for LX03 TZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
28,045
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
1,687

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 reading28,045 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year1,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX03 TZC 9k14k18k23k28k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage28,045 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage28,025 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
PASS
Mileage27,849 miles
Since last MOT+2,013 miles
PASS
Mileage25,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,836 miles
Since last MOT+1,864 miles
PASS
Mileage23,972 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage21,629 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,629 miles
Since last MOT+2,571 miles
PASS
Mileage19,058 miles
Since last MOT+3,422 miles
PASS
Mileage15,636 miles
Since last MOT+1,874 miles
PASS
Mileage13,762 miles
Since last MOT+1,776 miles
PASS
Mileage11,986 miles
Since last MOT+1,664 miles
PASS
Mileage10,322 miles
Since last MOT+1,666 miles
PASS
Mileage8,656 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 TZC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LX03 TZC

What car is LX03 TZC?

LX03 TZC is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX03 TZC?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 TZC was 28,045 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 TZC passed its MOT?

LX03 TZC has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2017.

Is LX03 TZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX03 TZC 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 LX03 TZC?

LX03 TZC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.