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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 119,942 miles on the clock, averaging 11,035 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 MK56 GYD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MK56 GYD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MK56 GYD
What car is MK56 GYD?
MK56 GYD is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 GYD?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 GYD was 119,942 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 GYD passed its MOT?
MK56 GYD has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2018.
Is MK56 GYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 GYD 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 MK56 GYD?
MK56 GYD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.