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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 86,962 miles on the clock, averaging 4,047 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 EF55 HWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,068 |
| Average per year | 4,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EF55 HWN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EF55 HWN
What car is EF55 HWN?
EF55 HWN is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF55 HWN?
The last recorded mileage for EF55 HWN was 86,962 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF55 HWN passed its MOT?
EF55 HWN has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2023.
Is EF55 HWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF55 HWN 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 EF55 HWN?
EF55 HWN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.