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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 143,096 miles on the clock, averaging 14,988 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 RCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,322 |
| Average per year | 14,988 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 RCO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 RCO
What car is YL05 RCO?
YL05 RCO is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 RCO?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 RCO was 143,096 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 RCO passed its MOT?
YL05 RCO has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2015.
Is YL05 RCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 RCO 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 YL05 RCO?
YL05 RCO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.