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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 6 (45% pass rate). It has 162,294 miles on the clock, averaging 22,660 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 MA06 XZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 22,660 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | MA06 XZW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About MA06 XZW
What car is MA06 XZW?
MA06 XZW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA06 XZW?
The last recorded mileage for MA06 XZW was 162,294 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA06 XZW passed its MOT?
MA06 XZW has had 11 MOT tests with a 45% pass rate (5 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2014.
Is MA06 XZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA06 XZW 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 MA06 XZW?
MA06 XZW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.