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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 142,631 miles on the clock, averaging 19,331 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 NC54 OPY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 19,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | NC54 OPY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NC54 OPY
What car is NC54 OPY?
NC54 OPY is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC54 OPY?
The last recorded mileage for NC54 OPY was 142,631 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC54 OPY passed its MOT?
NC54 OPY has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2013.
Is NC54 OPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC54 OPY 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 NC54 OPY?
NC54 OPY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.