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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 52,094 miles on the clock, averaging 2,880 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 GY06 LBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,880 |
| 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 | GY06 LBV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GY06 LBV
What car is GY06 LBV?
GY06 LBV is a purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY06 LBV?
The last recorded mileage for GY06 LBV was 52,094 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY06 LBV passed its MOT?
GY06 LBV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.
Is GY06 LBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY06 LBV 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 GY06 LBV?
GY06 LBV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.