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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 116,031 miles on the clock, averaging 9,403 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for NL52 KCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,031 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,242 |
| Average per year | 9,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | NL52 KCU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NL52 KCU
What car is NL52 KCU?
NL52 KCU is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL52 KCU?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 KCU was 116,031 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 KCU passed its MOT?
NL52 KCU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2016.
Is NL52 KCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 KCU 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 NL52 KCU?
NL52 KCU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.