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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 46,111 miles on the clock, averaging 2,614 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for AR04 BUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,650 |
| Average per year | 2,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AR04 BUF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AR — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AR04 BUF
What car is AR04 BUF?
AR04 BUF is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AR04 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for AR04 BUF was 46,111 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AR04 BUF passed its MOT?
AR04 BUF has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2020.
Is AR04 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AR04 BUF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AR04 BUF?
AR04 BUF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.