2003 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · KA03 BWH
2003 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 79,399 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,399 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA03 BWH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 79,399 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KA03 BWH 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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (KA03 BWH) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 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: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
KA03 BWH Mileage History
- 25/07/202473,919 mi
- 07/08/202576,572 mi+2,653 mi
- 09/08/202576,572 mi
- 05/08/202679,387 mi+2,815 mi
- 07/08/202679,399 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 2,693 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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