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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 106,142 miles on the clock, averaging 13,712 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KP06 EKR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 350 |
| Average per year | 13,712 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | KP06 EKR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About KP06 EKR
What car is KP06 EKR?
KP06 EKR is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KP06 EKR?
The last recorded mileage for KP06 EKR was 106,142 miles, recorded on 1 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP06 EKR passed its MOT?
KP06 EKR has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2013.
Is KP06 EKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP06 EKR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KP06 EKR?
KP06 EKR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.