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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 159,917 miles on the clock, averaging 11,141 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 DK54 HRW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DK54 HRW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DK54 HRW
What car is DK54 HRW?
DK54 HRW is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DK54 HRW?
The last recorded mileage for DK54 HRW was 159,917 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK54 HRW passed its MOT?
DK54 HRW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2019.
Is DK54 HRW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK54 HRW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DK54 HRW?
DK54 HRW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.