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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 119,468 miles on the clock, averaging 8,674 miles per year, around 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 BK55 XEU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,674 |
| Average per year | 8,674 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BK55 XEU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BK55 XEU
What car is BK55 XEU?
BK55 XEU is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK55 XEU?
The last recorded mileage for BK55 XEU was 119,468 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK55 XEU passed its MOT?
BK55 XEU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2019.
Is BK55 XEU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK55 XEU 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 BK55 XEU?
BK55 XEU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.