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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 79,280 miles on the clock, averaging 4,978 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 RN54 SMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RN54 SMV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 SMV
What car is RN54 SMV?
RN54 SMV is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 SMV?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 SMV was 79,280 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 SMV passed its MOT?
RN54 SMV has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2021.
Is RN54 SMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 SMV 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 RN54 SMV?
RN54 SMV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.