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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 87,142 miles on the clock, averaging 4,391 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 WF05 ESU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | WF05 ESU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WF05 ESU
What car is WF05 ESU?
WF05 ESU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.
What is the mileage of WF05 ESU?
The last recorded mileage for WF05 ESU was 87,142 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF05 ESU passed its MOT?
WF05 ESU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2025.
Is WF05 ESU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 ESU 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 WF05 ESU?
WF05 ESU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.