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2003 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SO52 SFV

SO52 SFV

2003 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31/01/2003. Recorded mileage 65,569 miles. MOT valid until 07/04/2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2003 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 07/04/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
65,569 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

This vehicle presents as mechanically stable and roadworthy based on the available data. The most recent MOT on 1 April 2026 at 65,569 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes dating back to April 2023, suggesting a vehicle that is maintained to a standard that consistently meets minimum legal requirements without recurring faults. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23 year old car, averaging roughly 2,851 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between April 2024 and April 2025, where the odometer rose from 40,540 to 50,989 miles. A further jump occurred between April 2025 and April 2026, adding 14,580 miles in a single year. This shift from light use to more regular driving may change the wear rate of consumables moving forward. Despite the clean MOT record, the age of the vehicle and its history of low usage necessitate a physical inspection of specific areas. Low-mileage cars often suffer from perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and engine mounts, which degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. A buyer should check for signs of corrosion on the sills and chassis, as structural rust is a common failure point for this model that may not be immediately apparent between test intervals. The absence of any recorded advisories over the last three years is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage. You should verify the service history to ensure that oil changes and coolant flushes have occurred regularly. Check the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion and inspect the tyres for age-related cracking, as old rubber can harden and lose grip even if the tread depth remains legal.

SO52 SFV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
  • 65,569 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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SO52 SFV Mileage History

  1. 06/04/202339,455 mi
  2. 08/04/202440,540 mi+1,085 mi
  3. 08/04/202440,540 mi
  4. 04/04/202550,989 mi+10,449 mi
  5. 01/04/202665,569 mi+14,580 mi

Average of roughly 8,742 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SO52 SFV 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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (SO52 SFV) between April 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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