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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 99,561 miles on the clock, averaging 6,364 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 BK04 GZW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BK04 GZW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BK04 GZW
What car is BK04 GZW?
BK04 GZW is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BK04 GZW?
The last recorded mileage for BK04 GZW was 99,561 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK04 GZW passed its MOT?
BK04 GZW has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2021.
Is BK04 GZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK04 GZW 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 BK04 GZW?
BK04 GZW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.