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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 131,948 miles on the clock, averaging 8,024 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GV56 XZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,948 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,704 |
| Average per year | 8,024 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GV56 XZE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GV56 XZE
What car is GV56 XZE?
GV56 XZE is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 XZE?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 XZE was 131,948 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 XZE passed its MOT?
GV56 XZE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2023.
Is GV56 XZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 XZE 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 GV56 XZE?
GV56 XZE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.