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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 95,737 miles on the clock, averaging 7,103 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 EY12 XWD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,737 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,893 |
| Average per year | 7,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EY12 XWD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EY12 XWD
What car is EY12 XWD?
EY12 XWD is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EY12 XWD?
The last recorded mileage for EY12 XWD was 95,737 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY12 XWD passed its MOT?
EY12 XWD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is EY12 XWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY12 XWD 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 EY12 XWD?
EY12 XWD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.