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CP05 KXT

2005 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Red Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 78,207 miles on the clock, averaging 11,813 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for CP05 KXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,207
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2008
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,813

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading78,207 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year11,813
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CP05 KXT 38k48k58k68k78k '08'11'10

Check CP05 KXT

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,207 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,205 miles
Since last MOT+10,494 miles
PASS
Mileage67,711 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,689 miles
Since last MOT+12,355 miles
PASS
Mileage55,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,334 miles
Since last MOT+17,001 miles
PASS
Mileage38,333 miles

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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

RegistrationCP05 KXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CP05 KXT

What car is CP05 KXT?

CP05 KXT is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.

What is the mileage of CP05 KXT?

The last recorded mileage for CP05 KXT was 78,207 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CP05 KXT passed its MOT?

CP05 KXT has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2011.

Is CP05 KXT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP05 KXT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CP05 KXT?

CP05 KXT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.