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KG55 UAN

2005 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Purple Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourPurple
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 84,755 miles on the clock, averaging 4,435 miles per year, well below 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 KG55 UAN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,755
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,435

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,755 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,220
Average per year4,435
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KG55 UAN 5k25k45k65k85k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,755 miles
Since last MOT+2,220 miles
PASS
Mileage82,535 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,534 miles
Since last MOT+1,479 miles
PASS
Mileage81,055 miles
Since last MOT+2,606 miles
PASS
Mileage78,449 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,448 miles
Since last MOT+2,593 miles
PASS
Mileage75,855 miles
Since last MOT+2,155 miles
PASS
Mileage73,700 miles
Since last MOT+1,109 miles
PASS
Mileage72,591 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,590 miles
Since last MOT+2,973 miles
PASS
Mileage69,617 miles
Since last MOT+4,149 miles
PASS
Mileage65,468 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,467 miles
Since last MOT+5,948 miles
PASS
Mileage59,519 miles
Since last MOT+5,206 miles
PASS
Mileage54,313 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,257 miles
Since last MOT+9,165 miles
PASS
Mileage45,092 miles
Since last MOT+9,783 miles
PASS
Mileage35,309 miles
Since last MOT+9,182 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,127 miles
Since last MOT+6,384 miles
PASS
Mileage19,743 miles
Since last MOT+1,587 miles
PASS
Mileage18,156 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,119 miles
Since last MOT+2,457 miles
PASS
Mileage15,662 miles
Since last MOT+5,431 miles
PASS
Mileage10,231 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage5,360 miles

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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

RegistrationKG55 UAN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KG55 UAN

What car is KG55 UAN?

KG55 UAN is a purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KG55 UAN?

The last recorded mileage for KG55 UAN was 84,755 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KG55 UAN passed its MOT?

KG55 UAN has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2026.

Is KG55 UAN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG55 UAN 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 KG55 UAN?

KG55 UAN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.