Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RJ55 YJU

2005 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 79,842 miles on the clock, averaging 9,873 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 RJ55 YJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,842
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,873

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading79,842 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,873
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ55 YJU 10k28k45k62k80k '08'15'12

Check RJ55 YJU

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,842 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage74,931 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,930 miles
Since last MOT+15,098 miles
PASS
Mileage59,832 miles
Since last MOT+11,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,516 miles
Since last MOT+12,546 miles
PASS
Mileage35,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,865 miles
PASS
Mileage29,105 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,103 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage20,462 miles
Since last MOT+10,251 miles
PASS
Mileage10,211 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Vauxhall Corsa often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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).

Read our Vauxhall Corsa Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Vauxhall Corsa

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 YJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

More RJ55 Y plates

Browse all RJ55 Y registrations from Reading.

About RJ55 YJU

What car is RJ55 YJU?

RJ55 YJU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RJ55 YJU?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 YJU was 79,842 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 YJU passed its MOT?

RJ55 YJU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2015.

Is RJ55 YJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 YJU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RJ55 YJU?

RJ55 YJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.