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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 78,873 miles on the clock, averaging 4,480 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PK54 XVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | PK54 XVM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PK54 XVM
What car is PK54 XVM?
PK54 XVM is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PK54 XVM?
The last recorded mileage for PK54 XVM was 78,873 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK54 XVM passed its MOT?
PK54 XVM has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2021.
Is PK54 XVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK54 XVM 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 PK54 XVM?
PK54 XVM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.