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KD56 KBU

2006 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1229cc

Silver Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1229cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 90,775 miles on the clock, averaging 7,469 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 KD56 KBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,775
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2009
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,469

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading90,775 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,616
Average per year7,469
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KD56 KBU 28k44k59k75k91k '09'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,775 miles
Since last MOT+4,616 miles
PASS
Mileage86,159 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,159 miles
Since last MOT+12,826 miles
PASS
Mileage73,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,333 miles
Since last MOT+12,770 miles
PASS
Mileage60,563 miles
Since last MOT+8,461 miles
PASS
Mileage52,102 miles
Since last MOT+6,760 miles
PASS
Mileage45,342 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,342 miles
Since last MOT+5,412 miles
PASS
Mileage39,930 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,904 miles
Since last MOT+6,404 miles
PASS
Mileage33,500 miles
Since last MOT+5,587 miles
PASS
Mileage27,913 miles

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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

RegistrationKD56 KBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KD56 KBU

What car is KD56 KBU?

KD56 KBU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KD56 KBU?

The last recorded mileage for KD56 KBU was 90,775 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KD56 KBU passed its MOT?

KD56 KBU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2018.

Is KD56 KBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD56 KBU 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 KD56 KBU?

KD56 KBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.