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ML02 KPA

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 137,920 miles on the clock, averaging 7,961 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 ML02 KPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,920
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,961

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,920 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,025
Average per year7,961
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML02 KPA 48k71k93k116k138k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,920 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage132,895 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,886 miles
Since last MOT+1,078 miles
PASS
Mileage131,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,808 miles
Since last MOT+4,331 miles
PASS
Mileage127,477 miles
Since last MOT+3,655 miles
PASS
Mileage123,822 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,817 miles
Since last MOT+10,264 miles
PASS
Mileage113,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,553 miles
Since last MOT+10,785 miles
PASS
Mileage102,768 miles
Since last MOT+13,583 miles
PASS
Mileage89,185 miles
Since last MOT+14,554 miles
PASS
Mileage74,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,790 miles
PASS
Mileage66,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage58,647 miles
Since last MOT+10,258 miles
PASS
Mileage48,389 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,321 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

RegistrationML02 KPA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About ML02 KPA

What car is ML02 KPA?

ML02 KPA is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of ML02 KPA?

The last recorded mileage for ML02 KPA was 137,920 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML02 KPA passed its MOT?

ML02 KPA has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2017.

Is ML02 KPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML02 KPA 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 ML02 KPA?

ML02 KPA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.