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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 146,198 miles on the clock, averaging 7,295 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BG04 YMW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,198 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,720 |
| Average per year | 7,295 |
| 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG04 YMW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BG04 YMW
What car is BG04 YMW?
BG04 YMW is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG04 YMW?
The last recorded mileage for BG04 YMW was 146,198 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG04 YMW passed its MOT?
BG04 YMW has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2018.
Is BG04 YMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 YMW 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 YMW?
BG04 YMW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.