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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 142,502 miles on the clock, averaging 11,481 miles per year, above 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 DE57 MKU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,481 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | DE57 MKU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About DE57 MKU
What car is DE57 MKU?
DE57 MKU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DE57 MKU?
The last recorded mileage for DE57 MKU was 142,502 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE57 MKU passed its MOT?
DE57 MKU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2018.
Is DE57 MKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE57 MKU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DE57 MKU?
DE57 MKU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.