Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 172,737 miles on the clock, averaging 15,900 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 FV56 SXZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,737 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,901 |
| Average per year | 15,900 |
| 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 | FV56 SXZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FV56 SXZ
What car is FV56 SXZ?
FV56 SXZ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FV56 SXZ?
The last recorded mileage for FV56 SXZ was 172,737 miles, recorded on 16 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV56 SXZ passed its MOT?
FV56 SXZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2019.
Is FV56 SXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV56 SXZ 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 FV56 SXZ?
FV56 SXZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.