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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 86,169 miles on the clock, averaging 7,239 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 KJ05 BYZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,436 |
| Average per year | 7,239 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | KJ05 BYZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KJ05 BYZ
What car is KJ05 BYZ?
KJ05 BYZ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KJ05 BYZ?
The last recorded mileage for KJ05 BYZ was 86,169 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KJ05 BYZ passed its MOT?
KJ05 BYZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2013.
Is KJ05 BYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ05 BYZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KJ05 BYZ?
KJ05 BYZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.