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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 78,385 miles on the clock, averaging 5,906 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 BU12 YAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,385 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,906 |
| 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 (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 | BU12 YAO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BU12 YAO
What car is BU12 YAO?
BU12 YAO is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BU12 YAO?
The last recorded mileage for BU12 YAO was 78,385 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU12 YAO passed its MOT?
BU12 YAO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.
Is BU12 YAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU12 YAO 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 BU12 YAO?
BU12 YAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.