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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 24,226 miles on the clock, averaging 2,380 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for CE56 CPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 24,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,899 |
| Average per year | 2,380 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE56 CPU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CE56 CPU
What car is CE56 CPU?
CE56 CPU is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CE56 CPU?
The last recorded mileage for CE56 CPU was 24,226 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE56 CPU passed its MOT?
CE56 CPU has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2015.
Is CE56 CPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE56 CPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CE56 CPU?
CE56 CPU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.