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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 58,617 miles on the clock, averaging 9,736 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 FV55 LDN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 58,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,896 |
| Average per year | 9,736 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | FV55 LDN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FV55 LDN
What car is FV55 LDN?
FV55 LDN is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FV55 LDN?
The last recorded mileage for FV55 LDN was 58,617 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV55 LDN passed its MOT?
FV55 LDN has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2013.
Is FV55 LDN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV55 LDN 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 FV55 LDN?
FV55 LDN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.