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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 85,531 miles on the clock, averaging 5,293 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 KC05 YKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KC05 YKJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KC05 YKJ
What car is KC05 YKJ?
KC05 YKJ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KC05 YKJ?
The last recorded mileage for KC05 YKJ was 85,531 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC05 YKJ passed its MOT?
KC05 YKJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2019.
Is KC05 YKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC05 YKJ 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 KC05 YKJ?
KC05 YKJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.