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RJ02 WLA

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlue
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 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 91,481 miles on the clock, averaging 5,260 miles per year, 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 RJ02 WLA

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,481
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,260

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,481 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,260
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ02 WLA 23k40k57k74k91k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,481 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,480 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage85,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,193 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage83,730 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,730 miles
Since last MOT+1,354 miles
PASS
Mileage82,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,376 miles
Since last MOT+2,654 miles
PASS
Mileage79,722 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,715 miles
Since last MOT+1,834 miles
PASS
Mileage77,881 miles
Since last MOT+5,231 miles
PASS
Mileage72,650 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,553 miles
Since last MOT+6,819 miles
PASS
Mileage65,734 miles
Since last MOT+8,542 miles
PASS
Mileage57,192 miles
Since last MOT+4,860 miles
PASS
Mileage52,332 miles
Since last MOT+8,484 miles
PASS
Mileage43,848 miles
Since last MOT+9,425 miles
PASS
Mileage34,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,423 miles
Since last MOT+11,906 miles
PASS
Mileage22,517 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

RegistrationRJ02 WLA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 WLA

What car is RJ02 WLA?

RJ02 WLA is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RJ02 WLA?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 WLA was 91,481 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 WLA passed its MOT?

RJ02 WLA has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2019.

Is RJ02 WLA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ02 WLA 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 RJ02 WLA?

RJ02 WLA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.