2002 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0L Petrol · FG02 YAO
2002 Vauxhall Corsa (1.0L, petrol). First registered 03 May 2002. Recorded mileage 75,065 miles. MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,065 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG02 YAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 75,065 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FG02 YAO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Vauxhall Corsa (FG02 YAO) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
FG02 YAO Mileage History
- 09/08/202469,661 mi
- 11/08/202572,354 mi+2,693 mi
- 11/08/202572,357 mi+3 mi
- 10/08/202675,064 mi+2,707 mi
- 11/08/202675,065 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,696 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: 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.
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