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AJ03 BCU

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,307 mi
Last recorded39,307 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 BCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 39,307 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,167 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 37,087 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 35,757 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 34,284 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 33,083 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 32,960 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 31,247 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 29,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 27,680 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,913 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,976 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 24,976 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 24,090 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 22,677 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,299 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 21,299 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,745 miles

front brake discs inner face very corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,341 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 17,341 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,341 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 15,335 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 13,368 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 11,960 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 11,960 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 10,260 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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AJ03 BCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ03 BCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ03 BCU registered?

AJ03 BCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is AJ03 BCU safe to buy?

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