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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 75,354 miles on the clock, averaging 4,629 miles per year, well below 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 AK12 YMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,354 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,138 |
| Average per year | 4,629 |
| 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 | AK12 YMU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AK12 YMU
What car is AK12 YMU?
AK12 YMU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AK12 YMU?
The last recorded mileage for AK12 YMU was 75,354 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK12 YMU passed its MOT?
AK12 YMU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Jul 2025.
Is AK12 YMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK12 YMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK12 YMU?
AK12 YMU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.