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2003 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · GF53 AAZ

GF53 AAZ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 17 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 61,069 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2003 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
61,069 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1199cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a stable and roadworthy condition based on its MOT history. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 61,069 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2021, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets minimum legal requirements without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23 year old car, averaging roughly 2,655 miles per year. Between 14 October 2021 and 24 October 2025, the odometer increased by only 1,917 miles. This extremely low usage rate indicates the car has likely spent long periods stationary, which often introduces different risks than high-mileage wear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade regardless of mileage. Long periods of inactivity can lead to perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, and flat spots on tyres. While the MOT record shows no advisories for corrosion or suspension bushes, structural rust is common in Corsas of this era and should be checked in the sills and wheel arches. Check for signs of fluid leaks and verify the condition of the battery and coolant. The lack of recorded defects over four years is positive, but the low annual mileage means the engine may not have been run at temperature frequently. A thorough check of the brake discs for surface corrosion and a test of the electrical systems is recommended to ensure the car has not suffered from stagnation.

GF53 AAZ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
  • 61,069 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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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IMPORTED RECORD

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Original UK specification vehicle. No import markers found.

First registered by authorized UK dealer network.

Type Approval:M1
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EXPORTED MARKER

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Vehicle not flagged for export. Clean UK domestic status.

Eligible for standard UK road tax & transfer.

Export Status:NOT EXPORTED
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SCRAPPED RECORD

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No scrapping notification on DVLA master record.

Vehicle remains recognized as live roadworthy register.

ATF Disposal Marker:NONE RECORDED
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GF53 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 14/10/202159,152 mi
  2. 03/10/202260,091 mi+939 mi
  3. 24/10/202360,779 mi+688 mi
  4. 24/10/202561,069 mi+290 mi

Average of roughly 476 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

GF53 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 16:35
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (GF53 AAZ) between October 2021 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY