Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 167,102 miles on the clock, averaging 10,212 miles per year, above 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 SE52 DYF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,102 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SE52 DYF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SE52 DYF
What car is SE52 DYF?
SE52 DYF is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SE52 DYF?
The last recorded mileage for SE52 DYF was 167,102 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE52 DYF passed its MOT?
SE52 DYF has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2019.
Is SE52 DYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE52 DYF 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 SE52 DYF?
SE52 DYF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.