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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 93,847 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GV54 SGY
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 93,847 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV54 SGY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GV54 SGY
What car is GV54 SGY?
GV54 SGY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV54 SGY?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 SGY was 93,847 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 SGY passed its MOT?
GV54 SGY has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2017.
Is GV54 SGY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 SGY 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 GV54 SGY?
GV54 SGY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.