2005 Vauxhall 1.2 Twin Port 1.2L Petrol · YG05 VCN
2005 Vauxhall 1.2 Twin Port (1.2L, petrol). First registered 22 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 80,281 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL 1.2 TWIN PORT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YG05 VCN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/07/2026
- 80,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 23 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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YG05 VCN Mileage History
- 26/07/202344,593 mi
- 26/07/202344,593 mi
- 22/07/202459,648 mi+15,055 mi
- 03/07/202579,622 mi+19,974 mi
- 13/07/202680,281 mi+659 mi
Average of roughly 12,034 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YG05 VCN MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall 1.2 Twin Port (YG05 VCN) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (14 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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Our Verdict
Avoid this vehicle unless you are a mech
If you are considering this vehicle, you must verify that every single item from the July 2026 MOT failure has been professionally repaired and documented with invoices. The sheer volume of failures—ranging from a bulging tyre and worn brake pedal to steering rack play and a corroded rear axle—suggests a vehicle that has not been maintained to a safe standard.
Negotiate heavily based on the cost of these repairs. Specifically, look for evidence of chassis reinforcement or extensive rust treatment, as the recurring mentions of corrosion on the sub-frame, brake pipes, and rear axle are major red flags for a vehicle of this era.
The 1.2L petrol engine is designed for economy, offering low fuel consumption and a low insurance group, making it affordable for new drivers. Annual road tax for this engine size and year is typically modest.
However, the estimated annual running costs will be skewed higher due to the vehicle's age and recorded condition. Given the recurring issues with CV boots, coil springs, and corrosion, you should budget significantly more for unplanned maintenance than you would for a newer vehicle.
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the underside. The MOT history specifically flags corrosion on the rear axle, rear sub-frame, and brake pipes across multiple years; check for structural integrity and signs of 'patch-up' repairs. Inspect all four coil springs and the lower suspension arms, as these have been repeated points of failure and advisories.
Check the tyres carefully, specifically looking for the bulges and perishing noted in the 2026 test. Finally, test the steering for free play and the parking brake for efficiency, both of which were listed as failures in the most recent inspection.
This silver 2005 Vauxhall 1.2 Twin Port has relatively low mileage for its age at 80,281 miles. However, the MOT history reveals a pattern of systemic corrosion and neglect, culminating in a severe failure in July 2026. The vehicle currently suffers from multiple safety-critical issues across the suspension, braking system, and chassis.
While aggregate data for this specific variant is unavailable, this individual vehicle demonstrates significant age-related degradation and systemic corrosion.
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