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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 102,679 miles on the clock, averaging 10,556 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 BD61 AEK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 102,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,556 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BD61 AEK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About BD61 AEK
What car is BD61 AEK?
BD61 AEK is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of BD61 AEK?
The last recorded mileage for BD61 AEK was 102,679 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD61 AEK passed its MOT?
BD61 AEK has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2022.
Is BD61 AEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD61 AEK 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 BD61 AEK?
BD61 AEK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.