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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 98,433 miles on the clock, averaging 7,209 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 CV61 PLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,433 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,784 |
| Average per year | 7,209 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | CV61 PLZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About CV61 PLZ
What car is CV61 PLZ?
CV61 PLZ is a yellow Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Swansea in 2011.
What is the mileage of CV61 PLZ?
The last recorded mileage for CV61 PLZ was 98,433 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV61 PLZ passed its MOT?
CV61 PLZ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2026.
Is CV61 PLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV61 PLZ 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 CV61 PLZ?
CV61 PLZ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.