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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 116,211 miles on the clock, averaging 6,926 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 HJ04 YFL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | HJ04 YFL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About HJ04 YFL
What car is HJ04 YFL?
HJ04 YFL is an gold Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HJ04 YFL?
The last recorded mileage for HJ04 YFL was 116,211 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ04 YFL passed its MOT?
HJ04 YFL has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2020.
Is HJ04 YFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ04 YFL 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 HJ04 YFL?
HJ04 YFL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.