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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 85,069 miles on the clock, averaging 4,700 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 GV55 DVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,069 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,544 |
| Average per year | 4,700 |
| 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 | GV55 DVY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GV55 DVY
What car is GV55 DVY?
GV55 DVY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 DVY?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 DVY was 85,069 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 DVY passed its MOT?
GV55 DVY has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2021.
Is GV55 DVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 DVY 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 GV55 DVY?
GV55 DVY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.