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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 44,182 miles on the clock, averaging 2,102 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for RF02 CYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,182 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 362 |
| Average per year | 2,102 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RF02 CYU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RF02 CYU
What car is RF02 CYU?
RF02 CYU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RF02 CYU?
The last recorded mileage for RF02 CYU was 44,182 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF02 CYU passed its MOT?
RF02 CYU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2019.
Is RF02 CYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 CYU 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 RF02 CYU?
RF02 CYU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.