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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 140,537 miles on the clock, averaging 7,049 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 DE06 AEK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DE06 AEK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DE06 AEK
What car is DE06 AEK?
DE06 AEK is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DE06 AEK?
The last recorded mileage for DE06 AEK was 140,537 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE06 AEK passed its MOT?
DE06 AEK has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2025.
Is DE06 AEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE06 AEK 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 DE06 AEK?
DE06 AEK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.