2005 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SM55 JWV
2005 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 22 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 48,917 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,917 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM55 JWV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 48,917 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM55 JWV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (SM55 JWV) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
SM55 JWV Mileage History
- 29/06/202233,387 mi
- 12/06/202334,906 mi+1,519 mi
- 03/07/202437,321 mi+2,415 mi
- 24/06/202545,426 mi+8,105 mi
- 21/07/202648,917 mi+3,491 mi
Average of roughly 3,825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Good
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