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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 88,859 miles on the clock, averaging 6,038 miles per year, below 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 OU62 BUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,022 |
| Average per year | 6,038 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | OU62 BUW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About OU62 BUW
What car is OU62 BUW?
OU62 BUW is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.
What is the mileage of OU62 BUW?
The last recorded mileage for OU62 BUW was 88,859 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU62 BUW passed its MOT?
OU62 BUW has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2025.
Is OU62 BUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU62 BUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OU62 BUW?
OU62 BUW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.