Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 57,753 miles on the clock, averaging 2,732 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SD54 XYZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 57,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD54 XYZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SD54 XYZ
What car is SD54 XYZ?
SD54 XYZ is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD54 XYZ?
The last recorded mileage for SD54 XYZ was 57,753 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD54 XYZ passed its MOT?
SD54 XYZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.
Is SD54 XYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD54 XYZ 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 SD54 XYZ?
SD54 XYZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.