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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 104,536 miles on the clock, averaging 5,695 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 BG54 OYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,551 |
| Average per year | 5,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BG54 OYU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 OYU
What car is BG54 OYU?
BG54 OYU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BG54 OYU?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 OYU was 104,536 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 OYU passed its MOT?
BG54 OYU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2024.
Is BG54 OYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 OYU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG54 OYU?
BG54 OYU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.