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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 159,192 miles on the clock, averaging 9,318 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 WP51 MFJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,192 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,314 |
| Average per year | 9,318 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | WP51 MFJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WP51 MFJ
What car is WP51 MFJ?
WP51 MFJ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.
What is the mileage of WP51 MFJ?
The last recorded mileage for WP51 MFJ was 159,192 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP51 MFJ passed its MOT?
WP51 MFJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2021.
Is WP51 MFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP51 MFJ 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 WP51 MFJ?
WP51 MFJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.