Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 117,787 miles on the clock, averaging 6,069 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 BN55 XRE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,069 |
| 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN55 XRE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 XRE
What car is BN55 XRE?
BN55 XRE is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 XRE?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 XRE was 117,787 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 XRE passed its MOT?
BN55 XRE has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2020.
Is BN55 XRE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 XRE 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 XRE?
BN55 XRE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.