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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 101,648 miles on the clock, averaging 9,346 miles per year, above 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 RJ51 VJF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,346 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ51 VJF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RJ51 VJF
What car is RJ51 VJF?
RJ51 VJF is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RJ51 VJF?
The last recorded mileage for RJ51 VJF was 101,648 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ51 VJF passed its MOT?
RJ51 VJF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2016.
Is RJ51 VJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ51 VJF 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 RJ51 VJF?
RJ51 VJF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.