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SB03 KWW

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 120,262 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.7 DTI engine is known for 1. crankshaft position sensor (cps) failure and 2. fuel injector and fuel rail pressure issues. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for SB03 KWW

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,262
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading120,262 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB03 KWW 249k249k249k249k249k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,262 miles
Since last MOT+8,679 miles
PASS
Mileage111,583 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,502 miles
Since last MOT+6,840 miles
PASS
Mileage104,662 miles
Since last MOT+7,054 miles
PASS
Mileage97,608 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,547 miles
Since last MOT+6,759 miles
PASS
Mileage90,788 miles
Since last MOT+7,555 miles
PASS
Mileage83,233 miles
Since last MOT+6,124 miles
PASS
Mileage77,109 miles
Since last MOT+6,006 miles
PASS
Mileage71,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,103 miles
Since last MOT+4,047 miles
PASS
Mileage67,056 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,103 miles
PASS
Mileage59,827 miles
Since last MOT+5,961 miles
PASS
Mileage53,866 miles
Since last MOT+7,042 miles
PASS
Mileage46,824 miles
Since last MOT+9,850 miles
PASS
Mileage36,974 miles
Since last MOT+5,019 miles
PASS
Mileage31,955 miles
Since last MOT+7,067 miles
PASS
Mileage24,888 miles
FAIL
Mileage248,888 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).

1. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Failure

The sensor degrades or fails electrically, typically due to age or contamination.

2. Fuel Injector and Fuel Rail Pressure Issues

Fuel contamination (from infrequent diesel filter changes or poor-quality fuel) causes micro-debris to lodge in the suction control valve or injector internals, reducing fuel rail pressure and causing engine performance faults[2].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 KWW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 KWW

What car is SB03 KWW?

SB03 KWW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 KWW?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 KWW was 120,262 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 KWW passed its MOT?

SB03 KWW has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2020.

Is SB03 KWW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 KWW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SB03 KWW?

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