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PE02 DFN

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1389cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 9 (71% pass rate). It has 94,046 miles on the clock, averaging 3,658 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for PE02 DFN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,046
Last Mileage
Recorded
31
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
22 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 31 tests on record
3,658

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,046 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,673
Average per year3,658
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE02 DFN 20k39k57k76k94k '06'26'15

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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,046 miles
Since last MOT+2,673 miles
PASS
Mileage91,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,456 miles
PASS
Mileage87,917 miles
Since last MOT+5,156 miles
PASS
Mileage82,761 miles
Since last MOT+3,795 miles
PASS
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,957 miles
Since last MOT+2,506 miles
PASS
Mileage76,451 miles
Since last MOT+3,339 miles
PASS
Mileage73,112 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,064 miles
Since last MOT+3,299 miles
PASS
Mileage69,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage65,281 miles
Since last MOT+8,386 miles
PASS
Mileage56,895 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,893 miles
Since last MOT+1,992 miles
PASS
Mileage54,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,930 miles
PASS
Mileage52,971 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,970 miles
Since last MOT+2,272 miles
PASS
Mileage50,698 miles
Since last MOT+1,573 miles
PASS
Mileage49,125 miles
Since last MOT+2,113 miles
PASS
Mileage47,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,111 miles
PASS
Mileage44,901 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,900 miles
Since last MOT+2,002 miles
PASS
Mileage42,898 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,898 miles
Since last MOT+3,855 miles
PASS
Mileage39,043 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,043 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage35,737 miles
Since last MOT+5,133 miles
PASS
Mileage30,604 miles
Since last MOT+4,597 miles
PASS
Mileage26,007 miles
Since last MOT+5,653 miles
PASS
Mileage20,354 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE02 DFN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PE02 DFN

What car is PE02 DFN?

PE02 DFN is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PE02 DFN?

The last recorded mileage for PE02 DFN was 94,046 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE02 DFN passed its MOT?

PE02 DFN has had 31 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (22 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.

Is PE02 DFN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE02 DFN 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 PE02 DFN?

PE02 DFN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.