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MH02 NVL

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 117,695 miles on the clock, averaging 8,839 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 DTI engine is known for 1. crankshaft position sensor (cps) failure and 2. fuel injector and fuel rail pressure issues. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for MH02 NVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,695
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,839

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,695 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,839
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MH02 NVL 21k46k70k94k118k '07'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,695 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage114,762 miles
Since last MOT+107 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,655 miles
Since last MOT+11,637 miles
PASS
Mileage103,018 miles
Since last MOT+12,582 miles
PASS
Mileage90,436 miles
Since last MOT+12,335 miles
PASS
Mileage78,101 miles
Since last MOT+7,072 miles
PASS
Mileage71,029 miles
Since last MOT+117 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,912 miles
Since last MOT+7,843 miles
PASS
Mileage63,069 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,069 miles
Since last MOT+5,763 miles
PASS
Mileage57,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,411 miles
PASS
Mileage46,895 miles
Since last MOT+12,612 miles
PASS
Mileage34,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,283 miles
Since last MOT+12,041 miles
PASS
Mileage22,242 miles
Since last MOT+766 miles
PASS
Mileage21,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,476 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).

1. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Failure

The sensor degrades or fails electrically, typically due to age or contamination.

2. Fuel Injector and Fuel Rail Pressure Issues

Fuel contamination (from infrequent diesel filter changes or poor-quality fuel) causes micro-debris to lodge in the suction control valve or injector internals, reducing fuel rail pressure and causing engine performance faults[2].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH02 NVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MH02 NVL

What car is MH02 NVL?

MH02 NVL is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MH02 NVL?

The last recorded mileage for MH02 NVL was 117,695 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH02 NVL passed its MOT?

MH02 NVL has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2018.

Is MH02 NVL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH02 NVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MH02 NVL?

MH02 NVL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.