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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 131,853 miles on the clock, averaging 8,555 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 CU56 OEW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 8,555 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CU56 OEW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CU56 OEW
What car is CU56 OEW?
CU56 OEW is a purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Swansea in 2007.
What is the mileage of CU56 OEW?
The last recorded mileage for CU56 OEW was 131,853 miles, recorded on 24 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU56 OEW passed its MOT?
CU56 OEW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2021.
Is CU56 OEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU56 OEW 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 CU56 OEW?
CU56 OEW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.