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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 171,778 miles on the clock, averaging 16,811 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 RA05 DFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,780 |
| Average per year | 16,811 |
| 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 | RA05 DFE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 DFE
What car is RA05 DFE?
RA05 DFE is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 DFE?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 DFE was 171,778 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 DFE passed its MOT?
RA05 DFE has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2017.
Is RA05 DFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 DFE 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 RA05 DFE?
RA05 DFE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.