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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 87,297 miles on the clock, averaging 7,995 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for DS54 KZA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 87,297 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,210 |
| Average per year | 7,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | DS54 KZA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DS54 KZA
What car is DS54 KZA?
DS54 KZA is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS54 KZA?
The last recorded mileage for DS54 KZA was 87,297 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS54 KZA passed its MOT?
DS54 KZA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2015.
Is DS54 KZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS54 KZA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS54 KZA?
DS54 KZA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.