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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 148,723 miles on the clock, averaging 8,170 miles per year, around 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 OE56 HYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,723 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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 | OE56 HYS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OE56 HYS
What car is OE56 HYS?
OE56 HYS is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OE56 HYS?
The last recorded mileage for OE56 HYS was 148,723 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE56 HYS passed its MOT?
OE56 HYS has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is OE56 HYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE56 HYS 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 OE56 HYS?
OE56 HYS is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.