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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 85,123 miles on the clock, averaging 4,612 miles per year, well 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 DS12 RSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 306 |
| Average per year | 4,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DS12 RSU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DS12 RSU
What car is DS12 RSU?
DS12 RSU is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2012.
What is the mileage of DS12 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for DS12 RSU was 85,123 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS12 RSU passed its MOT?
DS12 RSU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.
Is DS12 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS12 RSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS12 RSU?
DS12 RSU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.