Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2014 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 80,820 miles on the clock, averaging 7,134 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 BW14 VLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,149 |
| Average per year | 7,134 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BW14 VLJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 14 — March 2014 to August 2014 |
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About BW14 VLJ
What car is BW14 VLJ?
BW14 VLJ is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2014.
What is the mileage of BW14 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for BW14 VLJ was 80,820 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW14 VLJ passed its MOT?
BW14 VLJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is BW14 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW14 VLJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BW14 VLJ?
BW14 VLJ is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 14 means registered between 1 March 2014 and 31 August 2014.