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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 93,419 miles on the clock, averaging 5,119 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for HW56 HKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,695 |
| Average per year | 5,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2006–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric power steering (EPS) failure
Electric power steering motor or column module fails, often due to water ingress or worn sensors in the steering rack/column. · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new rack/module + labour at indie garage; estimated).
Parking brake (handbrake) failure
Handbrake cable stretches/loosens, rivets on lever come adrift, or mounting clips fail; wrong-spec cables on early builds. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (new cable/lever adjust + labour; estimated).
Central locking/electrical gremlins (door locks & body electrics)
Deadlock actuators or wiring in doors fail (water ingress common); affects all doors/boot. · Typical repair: £100-£250 per door (actuator + labour; estimated).
Rear wheel bearing wear
Water enters rear wheel bearings via poor seals, causing premature failure. · Typical repair: £120-£250 per side (bearing + labour; estimated).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW56 HKG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HW56 HKG
What car is HW56 HKG?
HW56 HKG is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2007.
What is the mileage of HW56 HKG?
The last recorded mileage for HW56 HKG was 93,419 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW56 HKG passed its MOT?
HW56 HKG has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2023.
Is HW56 HKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW56 HKG 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 HW56 HKG?
HW56 HKG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.