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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1248cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 73,984 miles on the clock, averaging 3,542 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 DS04 MTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,542 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DS04 MTU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DS04 MTU
What car is DS04 MTU?
DS04 MTU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DS04 MTU?
The last recorded mileage for DS04 MTU was 73,984 miles, recorded on 9 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS04 MTU passed its MOT?
DS04 MTU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2023.
Is DS04 MTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS04 MTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS04 MTU?
DS04 MTU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.