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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 103,221 miles on the clock, averaging 10,555 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KB04 XJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,550 |
| Average per year | 10,555 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | KB04 XJL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About KB04 XJL
What car is KB04 XJL?
KB04 XJL is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KB04 XJL?
The last recorded mileage for KB04 XJL was 103,221 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KB04 XJL passed its MOT?
KB04 XJL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2016.
Is KB04 XJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB04 XJL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KB04 XJL?
KB04 XJL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.