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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 65,316 miles on the clock, averaging 5,364 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 MA54 RBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,316 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,457 |
| Average per year | 5,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | MA54 RBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MA54 RBU
What car is MA54 RBU?
MA54 RBU is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 RBU?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 RBU was 65,316 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 RBU passed its MOT?
MA54 RBU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2016.
Is MA54 RBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 RBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MA54 RBU?
MA54 RBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.