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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 103,480 miles on the clock, averaging 4,540 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 KD55 DSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,480 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,092 |
| Average per year | 4,540 |
| 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 | KD55 DSX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KD55 DSX
What car is KD55 DSX?
KD55 DSX is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KD55 DSX?
The last recorded mileage for KD55 DSX was 103,480 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KD55 DSX passed its MOT?
KD55 DSX has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.
Is KD55 DSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD55 DSX 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 KD55 DSX?
KD55 DSX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.