Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 71,932 miles on the clock, averaging 4,157 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 SW54 LAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,932 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,157 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SW54 LAE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 LAE
What car is SW54 LAE?
SW54 LAE is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW54 LAE?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 LAE was 71,932 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 LAE passed its MOT?
SW54 LAE has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2019.
Is SW54 LAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 LAE 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 SW54 LAE?
SW54 LAE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.