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PJ02 KKG

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 139,078 miles on the clock, averaging 8,622 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 PJ02 KKG

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,078
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,622

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,078 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,622
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ02 KKG 40k65k90k114k139k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,078 miles
Since last MOT+5,306 miles
PASS
Mileage133,772 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,770 miles
Since last MOT+14,240 miles
PASS
Mileage119,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,530 miles
Since last MOT+18,547 miles
PASS
Mileage100,983 miles
Since last MOT+140 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,843 miles
Since last MOT+15,809 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,034 miles
Since last MOT+10,067 miles
PASS
Mileage74,967 miles
Since last MOT+2,558 miles
PASS
Mileage72,409 miles
Since last MOT+3,150 miles
PASS
Mileage69,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,490 miles
PASS
Mileage64,769 miles
Since last MOT+4,622 miles
PASS
Mileage60,147 miles
Since last MOT+9,060 miles
PASS
Mileage51,087 miles
Since last MOT+10,826 miles
PASS
Mileage40,261 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

RegistrationPJ02 KKG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PJ02 KKG

What car is PJ02 KKG?

PJ02 KKG is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PJ02 KKG?

The last recorded mileage for PJ02 KKG was 139,078 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ02 KKG passed its MOT?

PJ02 KKG has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2017.

Is PJ02 KKG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ02 KKG 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 PJ02 KKG?

PJ02 KKG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.