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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 120,565 miles on the clock, averaging 7,410 miles per year, around 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 BV61 XEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,292 |
| Average per year | 7,410 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BV61 XEM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About BV61 XEM
What car is BV61 XEM?
BV61 XEM is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of BV61 XEM?
The last recorded mileage for BV61 XEM was 120,565 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV61 XEM passed its MOT?
BV61 XEM has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2025.
Is BV61 XEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV61 XEM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV61 XEM?
BV61 XEM is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.