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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 106,030 miles on the clock, averaging 8,011 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BF54 LYJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,030 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | BF54 LYJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BF54 LYJ
What car is BF54 LYJ?
BF54 LYJ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BF54 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for BF54 LYJ was 106,030 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF54 LYJ passed its MOT?
BF54 LYJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2018.
Is BF54 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF54 LYJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF54 LYJ?
BF54 LYJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.