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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 79,000 miles on the clock, averaging 5,267 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 MK04 LYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,267 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | MK04 LYR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About MK04 LYR
What car is MK04 LYR?
MK04 LYR is an gold Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MK04 LYR?
The last recorded mileage for MK04 LYR was 79,000 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK04 LYR passed its MOT?
MK04 LYR has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2020.
Is MK04 LYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK04 LYR 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 MK04 LYR?
MK04 LYR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.