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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 62,255 miles on the clock, averaging 3,886 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 EA04 XSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 3,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EA04 XSM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EA04 XSM
What car is EA04 XSM?
EA04 XSM is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EA04 XSM?
The last recorded mileage for EA04 XSM was 62,255 miles, recorded on 4 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA04 XSM passed its MOT?
EA04 XSM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2019.
Is EA04 XSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA04 XSM 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 EA04 XSM?
EA04 XSM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.