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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 84,483 miles on the clock, averaging 3,833 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 SM54 GKF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,483 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,687 |
| Average per year | 3,833 |
| 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM54 GKF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 GKF
What car is SM54 GKF?
SM54 GKF is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 GKF?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 GKF was 84,483 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 GKF passed its MOT?
SM54 GKF has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2023.
Is SM54 GKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 GKF 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 SM54 GKF?
SM54 GKF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.