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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 145,045 miles on the clock, averaging 3,946 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 GL06 SXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 145,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 3,946 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | GL06 SXV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GL06 SXV
What car is GL06 SXV?
GL06 SXV is a purple Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GL06 SXV?
The last recorded mileage for GL06 SXV was 145,045 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL06 SXV passed its MOT?
GL06 SXV has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2024.
Is GL06 SXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL06 SXV 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 GL06 SXV?
GL06 SXV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.