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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 105,504 miles on the clock, averaging 5,755 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ06 XBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | NJ06 XBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About NJ06 XBU
What car is NJ06 XBU?
NJ06 XBU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NJ06 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for NJ06 XBU was 105,504 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ06 XBU passed its MOT?
NJ06 XBU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.
Is NJ06 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ06 XBU 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 NJ06 XBU?
NJ06 XBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.