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PO52 XZM

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 152,987 miles on the clock, averaging 8,142 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 PO52 XZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,987
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
8,142

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading152,987 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,462
Average per year8,142
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PO52 XZM 25k57k89k121k153k '06'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,987 miles
Since last MOT+8,462 miles
PASS
Mileage144,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,525 miles
Since last MOT+10,911 miles
PASS
Mileage133,614 miles
Since last MOT+10,040 miles
PASS
Mileage123,574 miles
Since last MOT+10,796 miles
PASS
Mileage112,778 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,768 miles
Since last MOT+11,671 miles
PASS
Mileage101,097 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,094 miles
Since last MOT+9,223 miles
PASS
Mileage91,871 miles
Since last MOT+83 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,788 miles
Since last MOT+8,084 miles
PASS
Mileage83,704 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,704 miles
Since last MOT+10,670 miles
PASS
Mileage73,034 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,031 miles
Since last MOT+1,536 miles
PASS
Mileage71,495 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,494 miles
Since last MOT+2,872 miles
PASS
Mileage68,622 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,621 miles
Since last MOT+4,409 miles
PASS
Mileage64,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,212 miles
Since last MOT+12,189 miles
PASS
Mileage52,023 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,023 miles
Since last MOT+14,457 miles
PASS
Mileage37,566 miles
Since last MOT+8,255 miles
PASS
Mileage29,311 miles
Since last MOT+4,451 miles
PASS
Mileage24,860 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,858 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

RegistrationPO52 XZM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePO — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PO52 XZM

What car is PO52 XZM?

PO52 XZM is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PO52 XZM?

The last recorded mileage for PO52 XZM was 152,987 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PO52 XZM passed its MOT?

PO52 XZM has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2021.

Is PO52 XZM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO52 XZM 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 PO52 XZM?

PO52 XZM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.