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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 8 (43% pass rate). It has 115,488 miles on the clock, averaging 9,801 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 MA56 CPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,284 |
| Average per year | 9,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | MA56 CPX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MA56 CPX
What car is MA56 CPX?
MA56 CPX is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA56 CPX?
The last recorded mileage for MA56 CPX was 115,488 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA56 CPX passed its MOT?
MA56 CPX has had 14 MOT tests with a 43% pass rate (6 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 13 Jun 2017.
Is MA56 CPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA56 CPX 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 MA56 CPX?
MA56 CPX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.