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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 121,713 miles on the clock, averaging 8,265 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BN55 ESU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,713 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,265 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN55 ESU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 ESU
What car is BN55 ESU?
BN55 ESU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 ESU?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 ESU was 121,713 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 ESU passed its MOT?
BN55 ESU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2019.
Is BN55 ESU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 ESU 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 BN55 ESU?
BN55 ESU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.