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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 132,159 miles on the clock, averaging 13,205 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for FY06 EMX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 197 |
| Average per year | 13,205 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FY06 EMX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FY06 EMX
What car is FY06 EMX?
FY06 EMX is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FY06 EMX?
The last recorded mileage for FY06 EMX was 132,159 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY06 EMX passed its MOT?
FY06 EMX has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2018.
Is FY06 EMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY06 EMX 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 FY06 EMX?
FY06 EMX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.