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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1229cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 74,013 miles on the clock, averaging 5,737 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 EM51 RAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EM51 RAF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EM — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EM51 RAF
What car is EM51 RAF?
EM51 RAF is an white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1229cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EM51 RAF?
The last recorded mileage for EM51 RAF was 74,013 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EM51 RAF passed its MOT?
EM51 RAF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is EM51 RAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EM51 RAF 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 EM51 RAF?
EM51 RAF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.