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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 126,658 miles on the clock, averaging 6,192 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PE53 OZO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,192 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | PE53 OZO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 OZO
What car is PE53 OZO?
PE53 OZO is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 OZO?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 OZO was 126,658 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 OZO passed its MOT?
PE53 OZO has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2023.
Is PE53 OZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 OZO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PE53 OZO?
PE53 OZO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.