Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). 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 DF54 JXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,130 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,203 |
| Average per year | 6,543 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | DF54 JXU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DF54 JXU
What car is DF54 JXU?
DF54 JXU is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
Has DF54 JXU passed its MOT?
DF54 JXU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is DF54 JXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF54 JXU 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 DF54 JXU?
DF54 JXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.