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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 117,698 miles on the clock, averaging 5,499 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for FD53 OKH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,298 |
| Average per year | 5,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD53 OKH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 OKH
What car is FD53 OKH?
FD53 OKH is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FD53 OKH?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 OKH was 117,698 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 OKH passed its MOT?
FD53 OKH has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 7 Jun 2022.
Is FD53 OKH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 OKH 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 FD53 OKH?
FD53 OKH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.