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AJ55 CDV

2005 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,919 mi
Last recorded26,919 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa58,075 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 CDV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 26,919 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread {front & rear} (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 26,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 20,938 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 15,791 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 13,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 10,200 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 9,593 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 8,967 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 8,464 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 7,929 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 7,928 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 7,437 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 7,051 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 6,574 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 6,558 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 6,011 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 5,553 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 5,553 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,133 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 4,228 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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AJ55 CDV is a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,075 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ55 CDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ55 CDV registered?

AJ55 CDV is a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AJ55 CDV safe to buy?

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