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KJ56 UPX

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 84,933 miles on the clock, averaging 7,999 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 KJ56 UPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,933
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2009
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,999

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading84,933 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,944
Average per year7,999
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ56 UPX 29k43k57k71k85k '09'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,933 miles
Since last MOT+7,944 miles
PASS
Mileage76,989 miles
Since last MOT+13,540 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,449 miles
Since last MOT+8,140 miles
PASS
Mileage55,309 miles
Since last MOT+8,249 miles
PASS
Mileage47,060 miles
Since last MOT+2,740 miles
PASS
Mileage44,320 miles
Since last MOT+8,459 miles
PASS
Mileage35,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,861 miles
Since last MOT+6,663 miles
PASS
Mileage29,198 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

RegistrationKJ56 UPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KJ56 UPX

What car is KJ56 UPX?

KJ56 UPX is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KJ56 UPX?

The last recorded mileage for KJ56 UPX was 84,933 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ56 UPX passed its MOT?

KJ56 UPX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2016.

Is KJ56 UPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ56 UPX 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 KJ56 UPX?

KJ56 UPX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.