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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 76,165 miles on the clock, averaging 3,672 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 DS53 OJX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,647 |
| Average per year | 3,672 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DS53 OJX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 OJX
What car is DS53 OJX?
DS53 OJX is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DS53 OJX?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 OJX was 76,165 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 OJX passed its MOT?
DS53 OJX has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2023.
Is DS53 OJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 OJX 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 DS53 OJX?
DS53 OJX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.