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At a glance
This 2013 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 55,225 miles on the clock, averaging 4,734 miles per year, well 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 BU13 HLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BU13 HLA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About BU13 HLA
What car is BU13 HLA?
BU13 HLA is a grey Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BU13 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for BU13 HLA was 55,225 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU13 HLA passed its MOT?
BU13 HLA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.
Is BU13 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU13 HLA 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 BU13 HLA?
BU13 HLA is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.