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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 136,435 miles on the clock, averaging 15,810 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for MW56 YCS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,414 |
| Average per year | 15,810 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2006–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric power steering (EPS) failure
Electric power steering motor or column module fails, often due to water ingress or worn sensors in the steering rack/column. · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new rack/module + labour at indie garage; estimated).
Parking brake (handbrake) failure
Handbrake cable stretches/loosens, rivets on lever come adrift, or mounting clips fail; wrong-spec cables on early builds. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (new cable/lever adjust + labour; estimated).
Central locking/electrical gremlins (door locks & body electrics)
Deadlock actuators or wiring in doors fail (water ingress common); affects all doors/boot. · Typical repair: £100-£250 per door (actuator + labour; estimated).
Rear wheel bearing wear
Water enters rear wheel bearings via poor seals, causing premature failure. · Typical repair: £120-£250 per side (bearing + labour; estimated).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW56 YCS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MW56 YCS
What car is MW56 YCS?
MW56 YCS is an gold Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 YCS?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 YCS was 136,435 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 YCS passed its MOT?
MW56 YCS has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jan 2018.
Is MW56 YCS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 YCS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MW56 YCS?
MW56 YCS is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.