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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 70,113 miles on the clock, averaging 4,641 miles per year, well 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 SB53 TTF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,113 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,076 |
| Average per year | 4,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SB53 TTF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 TTF
What car is SB53 TTF?
SB53 TTF is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 TTF?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 TTF was 70,113 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 TTF passed its MOT?
SB53 TTF has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2018.
Is SB53 TTF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 TTF 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 SB53 TTF?
SB53 TTF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.