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FM04 XWA

2004 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1229cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1229cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing 2 (33% pass rate). It has 44,391 miles on the clock, averaging 4,601 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 FM04 XWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
44,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2007
33%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,601

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading44,391 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,601
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FM04 XWA 41k42k43k44k44k '07'08'08

Check FM04 XWA

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,391 miles
Since last MOT+3,392 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,999 miles

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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

RegistrationFM04 XWA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FM04 XWA

What car is FM04 XWA?

FM04 XWA is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FM04 XWA?

The last recorded mileage for FM04 XWA was 44,391 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM04 XWA passed its MOT?

FM04 XWA has had 3 MOT tests with a 33% pass rate (1 pass, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2008.

Is FM04 XWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM04 XWA 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 FM04 XWA?

FM04 XWA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.