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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 83,950 miles on the clock, averaging 5,863 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 EX06 EAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,950 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,959 |
| Average per year | 5,863 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 (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 | EX06 EAW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About EX06 EAW
What car is EX06 EAW?
EX06 EAW is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX06 EAW?
The last recorded mileage for EX06 EAW was 83,950 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX06 EAW passed its MOT?
EX06 EAW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2020.
Is EX06 EAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX06 EAW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EX06 EAW?
EX06 EAW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.