2003 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · CE53 YXX
2003 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 74,747 miles. MOT expired on 03 Sept 2020.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Sept 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Dec 2020)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,747 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
CE53 YXX Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2019
- 74,747 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CE53 YXX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (CE53 YXX) between October 2006 and August 2019.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”; “Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingr”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint and o/s/f drop links (2.4.G.2)”.
CE53 YXX Mileage History
- 23/10/200610,829 mi
- 20/10/200717,189 mi+6,360 mi
- 20/10/200717,189 mi
- 24/10/200823,030 mi+5,841 mi
- 24/10/200823,030 mi
- 06/10/200929,808 mi+6,778 mi
- 06/10/200929,808 mi
- 04/08/201034,284 mi+4,476 mi
- 26/08/201139,620 mi+5,336 mi
- 26/08/201139,620 mi
- 30/08/201245,904 mi+6,284 mi
- 04/09/201352,214 mi+6,310 mi
- 04/09/201352,214 mi
- 28/08/201459,392 mi+7,178 mi
- 19/08/201565,244 mi+5,852 mi
- 02/09/201667,816 mi+2,572 mi
- 30/08/201872,439 mi+4,623 mi
- 29/08/201974,747 mi+2,308 mi
Average of roughly 4,975 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa C
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (CE53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as CE53YXX.
VOLKSWAGEN
BORA
VOLKSWAGEN
E-GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CR-V
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CIVIC
HONDA
CIVIC
VAUXHALL CORSA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- Electric power steering column failureSerious
Column-mounted EPS units can lose assistance intermittently or permanently, leaving the steering suddenly heavy and the warning light on.
- Easytronic clutch actuator and gearbox faultsSerious
The automated manual can shunt, refuse to select gears or throw up an F warning when the actuator or clutch adaptation is failing.
- Coil pack and EGR valve issuesModerate
Twinport petrols commonly misfire or hesitate because of coil-pack failure and soot-clogged EGR valves.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.