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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 76,840 miles on the clock, averaging 4,562 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 FP54 KCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,851 |
| Average per year | 4,562 |
| 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 | FP54 KCU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FP54 KCU
What car is FP54 KCU?
FP54 KCU is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FP54 KCU?
The last recorded mileage for FP54 KCU was 76,840 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP54 KCU passed its MOT?
FP54 KCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2019.
Is FP54 KCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP54 KCU 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 FP54 KCU?
FP54 KCU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.