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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 103,423 miles on the clock, averaging 8,611 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PY54 GXR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,423 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | PY54 GXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PY54 GXR
What car is PY54 GXR?
PY54 GXR is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY54 GXR?
The last recorded mileage for PY54 GXR was 103,423 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY54 GXR passed its MOT?
PY54 GXR has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2016.
Is PY54 GXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 GXR 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 PY54 GXR?
PY54 GXR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.