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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 62,524 miles on the clock, averaging 2,810 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 HW55 HEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,148 |
| Average per year | 2,810 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | HW55 HEW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HW55 HEW
What car is HW55 HEW?
HW55 HEW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HW55 HEW?
The last recorded mileage for HW55 HEW was 62,524 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW55 HEW passed its MOT?
HW55 HEW has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.
Is HW55 HEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW55 HEW 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 HW55 HEW?
HW55 HEW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.