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NX03 SYE

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Green Registered in Stockton, North · 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 182,633 miles on the clock, averaging 6,213 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 NX03 SYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,633
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,213

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading182,633 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,300
Average per year6,213
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NX03 SYE 77k103k130k156k183k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,633 miles
Since last MOT+7,300 miles
PASS
Mileage175,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,797 miles
PASS
Mileage168,536 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,533 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage166,944 miles
Since last MOT+1,995 miles
PASS
Mileage164,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,690 miles
PASS
Mileage161,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,416 miles
PASS
Mileage156,843 miles
Since last MOT+5,334 miles
PASS
Mileage151,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,509 miles
Since last MOT+6,353 miles
PASS
Mileage145,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,889 miles
PASS
Mileage137,267 miles
Since last MOT+5,165 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,102 miles
Since last MOT+8,503 miles
PASS
Mileage123,599 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,585 miles
Since last MOT+3,861 miles
PASS
Mileage119,724 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
PASS
Mileage115,248 miles
Since last MOT+4,970 miles
PASS
Mileage110,278 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage110,270 miles
Since last MOT+13,083 miles
PASS
Mileage97,187 miles
Since last MOT+20,512 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,675 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

RegistrationNX03 SYE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNX — Stockton, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NX03 SYE

What car is NX03 SYE?

NX03 SYE is an green Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.

What is the mileage of NX03 SYE?

The last recorded mileage for NX03 SYE was 182,633 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NX03 SYE passed its MOT?

NX03 SYE has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2023.

Is NX03 SYE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NX03 SYE 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 NX03 SYE?

NX03 SYE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.