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MT52 PJX

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourGreen
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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 115,631 miles on the clock, averaging 5,018 miles per year, below 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 MT52 PJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,631
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
5,018

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,631 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,644
Average per year5,018
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT52 PJX 33k53k74k95k116k '05'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,631 miles
Since last MOT+2,644 miles
PASS
Mileage112,987 miles
Since last MOT+2,457 miles
PASS
Mileage110,530 miles
Since last MOT+4,265 miles
PASS
Mileage106,265 miles
Since last MOT+4,412 miles
PASS
Mileage101,853 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,849 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage96,516 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,331 miles
PASS
Mileage89,063 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,059 miles
Since last MOT+5,921 miles
PASS
Mileage83,138 miles
Since last MOT+5,869 miles
PASS
Mileage77,269 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,206 miles
Since last MOT+5,004 miles
PASS
Mileage72,202 miles
Since last MOT+5,508 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,694 miles
Since last MOT+7,751 miles
PASS
Mileage58,943 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,941 miles
Since last MOT+7,082 miles
PASS
Mileage51,859 miles
Since last MOT+2,898 miles
PASS
Mileage48,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,961 miles
Since last MOT+4,469 miles
PASS
Mileage44,492 miles
Since last MOT+4,347 miles
PASS
Mileage40,145 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage36,073 miles
Since last MOT+3,384 miles
PASS
Mileage32,689 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

RegistrationMT52 PJX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MT52 PJX

What car is MT52 PJX?

MT52 PJX is an green Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MT52 PJX?

The last recorded mileage for MT52 PJX was 115,631 miles, recorded on 7 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT52 PJX passed its MOT?

MT52 PJX has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2022.

Is MT52 PJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 PJX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MT52 PJX?

MT52 PJX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.