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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 100,834 miles on the clock, averaging 4,114 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for EX55 FCM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | EX55 FCM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EX55 FCM
What car is EX55 FCM?
EX55 FCM is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX55 FCM?
The last recorded mileage for EX55 FCM was 100,834 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX55 FCM passed its MOT?
EX55 FCM has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is EX55 FCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX55 FCM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX55 FCM?
EX55 FCM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.