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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 47,975 miles on the clock, averaging 2,401 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 RV54 AVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 47,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,451 |
| Average per year | 2,401 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RV54 AVL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RV54 AVL
What car is RV54 AVL?
RV54 AVL is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RV54 AVL?
The last recorded mileage for RV54 AVL was 47,975 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV54 AVL passed its MOT?
RV54 AVL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2023.
Is RV54 AVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV54 AVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RV54 AVL?
RV54 AVL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.