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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 48,231 miles on the clock, averaging 3,796 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 SM55 BYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,550 |
| Average per year | 3,796 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SM55 BYS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 BYS
What car is SM55 BYS?
SM55 BYS is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 BYS?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 BYS was 48,231 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 BYS passed its MOT?
SM55 BYS has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2015.
Is SM55 BYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 BYS 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 SM55 BYS?
SM55 BYS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.