Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SB03 FWZ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 973cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine973cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 973cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 97,409 miles on the clock, averaging 8,148 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for SB03 FWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,409
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,148

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading97,409 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,681
Average per year8,148
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 FWZ 24k43k61k79k97k '06'15'11

Check SB03 FWZ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage97,409 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage93,728 miles
Since last MOT+2,833 miles
PASS
Mileage90,895 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,894 miles
Since last MOT+2,861 miles
PASS
Mileage88,033 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,995 miles
Since last MOT+4,488 miles
PASS
Mileage83,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,507 miles
Since last MOT+7,511 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,996 miles
Since last MOT+12,229 miles
PASS
Mileage63,767 miles
Since last MOT+9,466 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,301 miles
Since last MOT+2,306 miles
PASS
Mileage51,995 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,995 miles
Since last MOT+14,418 miles
PASS
Mileage37,577 miles
Since last MOT+13,338 miles
PASS
Mileage24,239 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Vauxhall Corsa often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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).

Read our Vauxhall Corsa Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Vauxhall Corsa

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 FWZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More SB03 F plates

Browse all SB03 F registrations from Glasgow.

About SB03 FWZ

What car is SB03 FWZ?

SB03 FWZ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 FWZ?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 FWZ was 97,409 miles, recorded on 8 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 FWZ passed its MOT?

SB03 FWZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 8 May 2015.

Is SB03 FWZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 FWZ 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 SB03 FWZ?

SB03 FWZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.