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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 78,408 miles on the clock, averaging 7,372 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BD56 VSM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39 |
| Average per year | 7,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD56 VSM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 VSM
What car is BD56 VSM?
BD56 VSM is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 VSM was 78,408 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 VSM passed its MOT?
BD56 VSM has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2017.
Is BD56 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 VSM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BD56 VSM?
BD56 VSM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.