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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 113,887 miles on the clock, averaging 9,704 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for AJ56 XRA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 154 |
| Average per year | 9,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2006–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric power steering (EPS) failure
Electric power steering motor or column module fails, often due to water ingress or worn sensors in the steering rack/column. · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new rack/module + labour at indie garage; estimated).
Parking brake (handbrake) failure
Handbrake cable stretches/loosens, rivets on lever come adrift, or mounting clips fail; wrong-spec cables on early builds. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (new cable/lever adjust + labour; estimated).
Central locking/electrical gremlins (door locks & body electrics)
Deadlock actuators or wiring in doors fail (water ingress common); affects all doors/boot. · Typical repair: £100-£250 per door (actuator + labour; estimated).
Rear wheel bearing wear
Water enters rear wheel bearings via poor seals, causing premature failure. · Typical repair: £120-£250 per side (bearing + labour; estimated).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AJ56 XRA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AJ56 XRA
What car is AJ56 XRA?
AJ56 XRA is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AJ56 XRA?
The last recorded mileage for AJ56 XRA was 113,887 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ56 XRA passed its MOT?
AJ56 XRA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2017.
Is AJ56 XRA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ56 XRA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AJ56 XRA?
AJ56 XRA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.