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NJ02 EUK

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 120,342 miles on the clock, averaging 8,081 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 NJ02 EUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,081

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,219
Average per year8,081
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ02 EUK 18k44k69k95k120k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,342 miles
Since last MOT+5,219 miles
PASS
Mileage115,123 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,113 miles
Since last MOT+6,151 miles
PASS
Mileage108,962 miles
Since last MOT+6,801 miles
PASS
Mileage102,161 miles
Since last MOT+7,529 miles
PASS
Mileage94,632 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,630 miles
Since last MOT+7,686 miles
PASS
Mileage86,944 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,942 miles
Since last MOT+9,641 miles
PASS
Mileage77,301 miles
Since last MOT+3,190 miles
PASS
Mileage74,111 miles
Since last MOT+2,964 miles
PASS
Mileage71,147 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,142 miles
Since last MOT+4,079 miles
PASS
Mileage67,063 miles
Since last MOT+7,296 miles
PASS
Mileage59,767 miles
Since last MOT+7,417 miles
PASS
Mileage52,350 miles
Since last MOT+10,704 miles
PASS
Mileage41,646 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,638 miles
Since last MOT+12,854 miles
PASS
Mileage28,784 miles
Since last MOT+10,482 miles
PASS
Mileage18,302 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

RegistrationNJ02 EUK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NJ02 EUK

What car is NJ02 EUK?

NJ02 EUK is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ02 EUK?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 EUK was 120,342 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 EUK passed its MOT?

NJ02 EUK has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2019.

Is NJ02 EUK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ02 EUK 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 NJ02 EUK?

NJ02 EUK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.