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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 71,809 miles on the clock, averaging 4,305 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 SD55 LPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 66 |
| Average per year | 4,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SD55 LPU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SD55 LPU
What car is SD55 LPU?
SD55 LPU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD55 LPU?
The last recorded mileage for SD55 LPU was 71,809 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD55 LPU passed its MOT?
SD55 LPU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2024.
Is SD55 LPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD55 LPU 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 SD55 LPU?
SD55 LPU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.