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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 148,129 miles on the clock, averaging 18,733 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 EU56 XFV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,129 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,270 |
| Average per year | 18,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | EU56 XFV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EU56 XFV
What car is EU56 XFV?
EU56 XFV is an grey Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EU56 XFV?
The last recorded mileage for EU56 XFV was 148,129 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU56 XFV passed its MOT?
EU56 XFV has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2015.
Is EU56 XFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU56 XFV 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 EU56 XFV?
EU56 XFV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.