Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 105,423 miles on the clock, averaging 6,549 miles per year, 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 KY55 OYA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,423 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 6,549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KY55 OYA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KY55 OYA
What car is KY55 OYA?
KY55 OYA is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KY55 OYA?
The last recorded mileage for KY55 OYA was 105,423 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY55 OYA passed its MOT?
KY55 OYA has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2015.
Is KY55 OYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY55 OYA 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 KY55 OYA?
KY55 OYA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.