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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 132,029 miles on the clock, averaging 10,569 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for RY02 LJJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,029 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,049 |
| Average per year | 10,569 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RY02 LJJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RY02 LJJ
What car is RY02 LJJ?
RY02 LJJ is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RY02 LJJ?
The last recorded mileage for RY02 LJJ was 132,029 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY02 LJJ passed its MOT?
RY02 LJJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2014.
Is RY02 LJJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY02 LJJ 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 RY02 LJJ?
RY02 LJJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.