2005 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · KJ55 EXP
2005 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 63,407 miles. MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,407 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
KJ55 EXP Key Findings
- 29 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 63,407 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (33 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KJ55 EXP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (KJ55 EXP) between September 2008 and September 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (33 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 63 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KJ55 EXP Mileage History
- 02/09/200817,536 mi
- 24/08/200920,777 mi+3,241 mi
- 06/09/201024,485 mi+3,708 mi
- 30/08/201127,216 mi+2,731 mi
- 03/09/201230,207 mi+2,991 mi
- 05/09/201332,709 mi+2,502 mi
- 05/09/201332,709 mi
- 01/09/201435,516 mi+2,807 mi
- 02/09/201538,304 mi+2,788 mi
- 02/09/201538,304 mi
- 06/09/201640,230 mi+1,926 mi
- 06/09/201640,230 mi
- 06/09/201741,600 mi+1,370 mi
- 07/09/201741,602 mi+2 mi
- 06/09/201843,167 mi+1,565 mi
- 06/09/201843,167 mi
- 04/09/201944,996 mi+1,829 mi
- 14/09/202046,548 mi+1,552 mi
- 09/09/202148,775 mi+2,227 mi
- 09/09/202148,775 mi
- 08/09/202252,321 mi+3,546 mi
- 08/09/202252,323 mi+2 mi
- 05/09/202355,519 mi+3,196 mi
- 05/09/202355,519 mi
- 09/09/202458,686 mi+3,167 mi
- 09/09/202560,974 mi+2,288 mi
- 09/09/202560,974 mi
- 02/09/202663,406 mi+2,432 mi
- 02/09/202663,407 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,549 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa C
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (KJ55 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as KJ55EXP.
PORSCHE
macan
LEVIS
SKODA
KAROQ
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
AVENSIS
TOYOTA
YARIS
TOYOTA
RAV-4
TOYOTA
AVENSIS
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
MR2
TOYOTA
RAV-4
TOYOTA
RAV-4
VAUXHALL CORSA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2005 model year cars.
- Electric power steering column failureSerious
Column-mounted EPS units can lose assistance intermittently or permanently, leaving the steering suddenly heavy and the warning light on.
- Easytronic clutch actuator and gearbox faultsSerious
The automated manual can shunt, refuse to select gears or throw up an F warning when the actuator or clutch adaptation is failing.
- Coil pack and EGR valve issuesModerate
Twinport petrols commonly misfire or hesitate because of coil-pack failure and soot-clogged EGR valves.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.