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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 128,359 miles on the clock, averaging 9,581 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 SJ55 YCH
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 9,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SJ55 YCH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SJ55 YCH
What car is SJ55 YCH?
SJ55 YCH is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SJ55 YCH?
The last recorded mileage for SJ55 YCH was 128,359 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ55 YCH passed its MOT?
SJ55 YCH has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2015.
Is SJ55 YCH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ55 YCH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SJ55 YCH?
SJ55 YCH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.