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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 97,820 miles on the clock, averaging 6,872 miles per year, 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 BL52 MAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,809 |
| Average per year | 6,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BL52 MAY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BL52 MAY
What car is BL52 MAY?
BL52 MAY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BL52 MAY?
The last recorded mileage for BL52 MAY was 97,820 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL52 MAY passed its MOT?
BL52 MAY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is BL52 MAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 MAY 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 BL52 MAY?
BL52 MAY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.