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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 107,767 miles on the clock, averaging 7,248 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BG04 GUX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,248 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BG04 GUX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BG04 GUX
What car is BG04 GUX?
BG04 GUX is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG04 GUX?
The last recorded mileage for BG04 GUX was 107,767 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG04 GUX passed its MOT?
BG04 GUX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2017.
Is BG04 GUX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 GUX 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 BG04 GUX?
BG04 GUX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.