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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 68,073 miles on the clock, averaging 6,194 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GL54 VZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,073 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,882 |
| Average per year | 6,194 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GL54 VZD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 VZD
What car is GL54 VZD?
GL54 VZD is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (998cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL54 VZD?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 VZD was 68,073 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 VZD passed its MOT?
GL54 VZD has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Sep 2015.
Is GL54 VZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 VZD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL54 VZD?
GL54 VZD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.