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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 169,452 miles on the clock, averaging 13,119 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 KY54 HSE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19 |
| Average per year | 13,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KY54 HSE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About KY54 HSE
What car is KY54 HSE?
KY54 HSE is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KY54 HSE?
The last recorded mileage for KY54 HSE was 169,452 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY54 HSE passed its MOT?
KY54 HSE has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2017.
Is KY54 HSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY54 HSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KY54 HSE?
KY54 HSE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.