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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 149,899 miles on the clock, averaging 11,575 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for EX55 FDM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,899 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,792 |
| Average per year | 11,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EX55 FDM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EX55 FDM
What car is EX55 FDM?
EX55 FDM is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX55 FDM?
The last recorded mileage for EX55 FDM was 149,899 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX55 FDM passed its MOT?
EX55 FDM has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Oct 2019.
Is EX55 FDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX55 FDM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX55 FDM?
EX55 FDM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.