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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 71,053 miles on the clock, averaging 10,002 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 WV05 VUX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,657 |
| Average per year | 10,002 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | WV05 VUX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WV05 VUX
What car is WV05 VUX?
WV05 VUX is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WV05 VUX?
The last recorded mileage for WV05 VUX was 71,053 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV05 VUX passed its MOT?
WV05 VUX has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Mar 2013.
Is WV05 VUX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 VUX 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 WV05 VUX?
WV05 VUX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.