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WU03 WWC

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 166,395 miles on the clock, averaging 9,848 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. 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 WU03 WWC

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,395
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
9,848

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,395 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,848
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU03 WWC 44k74k105k136k166k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,395 miles
Since last MOT+7,503 miles
PASS
Mileage158,892 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,887 miles
Since last MOT+16,231 miles
PASS
Mileage142,656 miles
Since last MOT+15,042 miles
PASS
Mileage127,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,614 miles
Since last MOT+4,413 miles
PASS
Mileage123,201 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,201 miles
Since last MOT+6,278 miles
PASS
Mileage116,923 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,908 miles
Since last MOT+5,435 miles
PASS
Mileage111,473 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,472 miles
Since last MOT+10,865 miles
PASS
Mileage100,607 miles
Since last MOT+10,243 miles
PASS
Mileage90,364 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,363 miles
Since last MOT+10,415 miles
PASS
Mileage79,948 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,945 miles
Since last MOT+12,203 miles
PASS
Mileage67,742 miles
Since last MOT+300 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,442 miles
Since last MOT+22,734 miles
PASS
Mileage44,708 miles
Since last MOT+1,055 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,653 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

RegistrationWU03 WWC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WU03 WWC

What car is WU03 WWC?

WU03 WWC is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WU03 WWC?

The last recorded mileage for WU03 WWC was 166,395 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU03 WWC passed its MOT?

WU03 WWC has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2018.

Is WU03 WWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU03 WWC 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 WU03 WWC?

WU03 WWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.