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RF52 TLO

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 63,086 miles on the clock, averaging 2,986 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for RF52 TLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,086
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,986

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,086 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year2,986
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF52 TLO 5k19k34k49k63k '05'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,086 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,085 miles
Since last MOT+1,839 miles
PASS
Mileage61,246 miles
Since last MOT+2,930 miles
PASS
Mileage58,316 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage53,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,689 miles
PASS
Mileage48,669 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,669 miles
Since last MOT+2,789 miles
PASS
Mileage45,880 miles
Since last MOT+889 miles
PASS
Mileage44,991 miles
Since last MOT+1,593 miles
PASS
Mileage43,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,398 miles
Since last MOT+2,151 miles
PASS
Mileage41,247 miles
Since last MOT+2,035 miles
PASS
Mileage39,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,440 miles
PASS
Mileage36,772 miles
Since last MOT+2,269 miles
PASS
Mileage34,503 miles
Since last MOT+2,521 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,982 miles
Since last MOT+2,959 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,023 miles
Since last MOT+2,834 miles
PASS
Mileage26,189 miles
Since last MOT+3,498 miles
PASS
Mileage22,691 miles
Since last MOT+4,565 miles
PASS
Mileage18,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,393 miles
FAIL
Mileage13,733 miles
Since last MOT+4,737 miles
PASS
Mileage8,996 miles
Since last MOT+4,243 miles
PASS
Mileage4,753 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 TLO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RF52 TLO

What car is RF52 TLO?

RF52 TLO is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF52 TLO?

The last recorded mileage for RF52 TLO was 63,086 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF52 TLO passed its MOT?

RF52 TLO has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2025.

Is RF52 TLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 TLO 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 RF52 TLO?

RF52 TLO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.