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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 80,866 miles on the clock, averaging 7,181 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 BL56 UOT
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | BL56 UOT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 UOT
What car is BL56 UOT?
BL56 UOT is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 UOT?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 UOT was 80,866 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 UOT passed its MOT?
BL56 UOT has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2019.
Is BL56 UOT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 UOT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL56 UOT?
BL56 UOT is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.