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EU02 YXR

2002 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

83,585 mi
Last recorded83,585 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa62,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU02 YXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 83,585 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Jun 2025 83,579 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jun 2024 80,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Jun 2024 80,597 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 79,623 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 79,010 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 78,254 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Feb 2020 77,696 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019
Pass 27 Feb 2018 74,726 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 72,590 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 70,891 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 69,322 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 69,322 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 68,153 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 66,934 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 65,529 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 63,935 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 61,226 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 55,119 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 50,524 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 45,178 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 39,177 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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EU02 YXR is a 2002 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 62,343 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 EU02 YXR, 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 24 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 EU02 YXR registered?

EU02 YXR is a 2002 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is EU02 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU02 YXR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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