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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 79,960 miles on the clock, averaging 8,578 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 KC55 AXR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 79,960 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,578 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | KC55 AXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KC55 AXR
What car is KC55 AXR?
KC55 AXR is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KC55 AXR?
The last recorded mileage for KC55 AXR was 79,960 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC55 AXR passed its MOT?
KC55 AXR has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2015.
Is KC55 AXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC55 AXR 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 KC55 AXR?
KC55 AXR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.