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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 72,988 miles on the clock, averaging 3,449 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 DG55 EKT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,988 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DG55 EKT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DG55 EKT
What car is DG55 EKT?
DG55 EKT is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG55 EKT?
The last recorded mileage for DG55 EKT was 72,988 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG55 EKT passed its MOT?
DG55 EKT has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2018.
Is DG55 EKT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 EKT 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 DG55 EKT?
DG55 EKT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.