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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 79,131 miles on the clock, averaging 5,636 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 VMC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -20,000 |
| Average per year | 5,636 |
| 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 VMC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BG04 VMC
What car is BG04 VMC?
BG04 VMC is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG04 VMC?
The last recorded mileage for BG04 VMC was 79,131 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG04 VMC passed its MOT?
BG04 VMC has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.
Is BG04 VMC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 VMC 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 BG04 VMC?
BG04 VMC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.