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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 163,270 miles on the clock, averaging 11,909 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 EX12 OTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,909 |
| 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 | EX12 OTY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EX12 OTY
What car is EX12 OTY?
EX12 OTY is an grey Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EX12 OTY?
The last recorded mileage for EX12 OTY was 163,270 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX12 OTY passed its MOT?
EX12 OTY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2025.
Is EX12 OTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX12 OTY 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 EX12 OTY?
EX12 OTY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.