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2002 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · KC52 VEB

KC52 VEB

2002 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31/12/2002. Recorded mileage 80,912 miles. MOT valid until 19/01/2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2002 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19/01/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
80,912 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19/01/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
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 currently presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend following a period of minor instability. The most recent test on 20 December 2025 at 80,912 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that any previous issues identified in the prior year have been addressed. While the history shows failures in 2024, the subsequent clean passes suggest the owner is proactive in rectifying identified faults. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,371 miles per year. The data shows periods of low usage, such as the interval between January 2024 and December 2024 where the car covered only 2,389 miles. However, the rapid-fire testing in December 2024 suggests the vehicle was being prepared or sold during that short window. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and surface corrosion on brake discs due to lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sills and rear floor pans, as older Corsa models are prone to corrosion that remains hidden from MOT records. Given the low mileage, inspect the suspension bushes and perished rubber for cracking, which often occurs when vehicles sit stationary. The failures in late 2024 were not specified in the provided data, so a thorough check of the brake calipers for binding and the exhaust system for excessive thinning is necessary to ensure the repairs were comprehensive.

KC52 VEB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2025
  • 80,912 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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KC52 VEB Mileage History

  1. 04/01/202476,194 mi
  2. 05/01/202476,198 mi+4 mi
  3. 20/12/202478,582 mi+2,384 mi
  4. 23/12/202478,587 mi+5 mi
  5. 20/12/202580,912 mi+2,325 mi

Average of roughly 2,407 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KC52 VEB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 (KC52 VEB) between January 2024 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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