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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 89,968 miles on the clock, averaging 5,114 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for VO52 UMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,968 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | VO52 UMS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VO52 UMS
What car is VO52 UMS?
VO52 UMS is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VO52 UMS?
The last recorded mileage for VO52 UMS was 89,968 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO52 UMS passed its MOT?
VO52 UMS has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2021.
Is VO52 UMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 UMS 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 VO52 UMS?
VO52 UMS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.