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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 48,840 miles on the clock, averaging 3,617 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BP54 FRC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,617 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BP54 FRC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BP54 FRC
What car is BP54 FRC?
BP54 FRC is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP54 FRC?
The last recorded mileage for BP54 FRC was 48,840 miles, recorded on 24 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP54 FRC passed its MOT?
BP54 FRC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2018.
Is BP54 FRC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP54 FRC 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 BP54 FRC?
BP54 FRC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.