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PJ02 LXS

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 189,962 miles on the clock, averaging 7,012 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 PJ02 LXS

MOT Status
Due date passed
189,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,012

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading189,962 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,173
Average per year7,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ02 LXS 65k96k127k159k190k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage189,962 miles
Since last MOT+5,173 miles
PASS
Mileage184,789 miles
Since last MOT+5,852 miles
PASS
Mileage178,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,937 miles
Since last MOT+6,608 miles
PASS
Mileage172,329 miles
Since last MOT+8,283 miles
PASS
Mileage164,046 miles
Since last MOT+5,689 miles
PASS
Mileage158,357 miles
Since last MOT+6,265 miles
PASS
Mileage152,092 miles
Since last MOT+2,379 miles
PASS
Mileage149,713 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,709 miles
Since last MOT+5,941 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,768 miles
Since last MOT+6,695 miles
PASS
Mileage137,073 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,070 miles
Since last MOT+5,210 miles
PASS
Mileage131,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,284 miles
PASS
Mileage125,576 miles
Since last MOT+6,631 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,945 miles
Since last MOT+7,467 miles
PASS
Mileage111,478 miles
Since last MOT+7,916 miles
PASS
Mileage103,562 miles
Since last MOT+10,041 miles
PASS
Mileage93,521 miles
Since last MOT+136 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,385 miles
Since last MOT+15,508 miles
PASS
Mileage77,877 miles
Since last MOT+13,122 miles
PASS
Mileage64,755 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 LXS
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 LXS

What car is PJ02 LXS?

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

What is the mileage of PJ02 LXS?

The last recorded mileage for PJ02 LXS was 189,962 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ02 LXS passed its MOT?

PJ02 LXS has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2024.

Is PJ02 LXS ULEZ compliant?

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

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