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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 154,099 miles on the clock, averaging 10,269 miles per year, above 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 BV12 BBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BV12 BBZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BV12 BBZ
What car is BV12 BBZ?
BV12 BBZ is a grey Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BV12 BBZ?
The last recorded mileage for BV12 BBZ was 154,099 miles, recorded on 7 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV12 BBZ passed its MOT?
BV12 BBZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2025.
Is BV12 BBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV12 BBZ 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 BV12 BBZ?
BV12 BBZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.