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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 126,208 miles on the clock, averaging 12,322 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. 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 HT54 KBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,208 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,311 |
| Average per year | 12,322 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | HT54 KBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About HT54 KBU
What car is HT54 KBU?
HT54 KBU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HT54 KBU?
The last recorded mileage for HT54 KBU was 126,208 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT54 KBU passed its MOT?
HT54 KBU has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 5 Dec 2017.
Is HT54 KBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT54 KBU 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 HT54 KBU?
HT54 KBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.