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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 88,462 miles on the clock, averaging 4,138 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 FM05 SXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,838 |
| Average per year | 4,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FM05 SXF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FM05 SXF
What car is FM05 SXF?
FM05 SXF is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM05 SXF?
The last recorded mileage for FM05 SXF was 88,462 miles, recorded on 17 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM05 SXF passed its MOT?
FM05 SXF has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2024.
Is FM05 SXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 SXF 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 FM05 SXF?
FM05 SXF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.