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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 98,459 miles on the clock, averaging 7,253 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for DA06 XWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DA06 XWU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DA06 XWU
What car is DA06 XWU?
DA06 XWU is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DA06 XWU?
The last recorded mileage for DA06 XWU was 98,459 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA06 XWU passed its MOT?
DA06 XWU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2019.
Is DA06 XWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA06 XWU 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 DA06 XWU?
DA06 XWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.