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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 145,622 miles on the clock, averaging 10,653 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BL55 USB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,384 |
| Average per year | 10,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BL55 USB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 USB
What car is BL55 USB?
BL55 USB is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL55 USB?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 USB was 145,622 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 USB passed its MOT?
BL55 USB has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2016.
Is BL55 USB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 USB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL55 USB?
BL55 USB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.