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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 143,663 miles on the clock, averaging 6,804 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 RL51 VKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,663 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,924 |
| Average per year | 6,804 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | RL51 VKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RL51 VKA
What car is RL51 VKA?
RL51 VKA is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL51 VKA?
The last recorded mileage for RL51 VKA was 143,663 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL51 VKA passed its MOT?
RL51 VKA has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 10 Feb 2025.
Is RL51 VKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL51 VKA 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 RL51 VKA?
RL51 VKA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.