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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 132,761 miles on the clock, averaging 11,806 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 YL05 FTY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 64 |
| Average per year | 11,806 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | YL05 FTY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 FTY
What car is YL05 FTY?
YL05 FTY is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 FTY?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 FTY was 132,761 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 FTY passed its MOT?
YL05 FTY has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2012.
Is YL05 FTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 FTY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL05 FTY?
YL05 FTY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.