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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 137,790 miles on the clock, averaging 13,091 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 KYB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,209 |
| Average per year | 13,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 KYB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BV12 KYB
What car is BV12 KYB?
BV12 KYB is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BV12 KYB?
The last recorded mileage for BV12 KYB was 137,790 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV12 KYB passed its MOT?
BV12 KYB has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 29 Oct 2020.
Is BV12 KYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV12 KYB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV12 KYB?
BV12 KYB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.