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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 74,178 miles on the clock, averaging 4,604 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 MW02 FBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,604 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MW02 FBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MW02 FBU
What car is MW02 FBU?
MW02 FBU is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW02 FBU?
The last recorded mileage for MW02 FBU was 74,178 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW02 FBU passed its MOT?
MW02 FBU has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is MW02 FBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 FBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MW02 FBU?
MW02 FBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.