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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 5 (44% pass rate). It has 118,650 miles on the clock, averaging 14,989 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 OV61 XBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,650 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 14,989 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | OV61 XBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About OV61 XBU
What car is OV61 XBU?
OV61 XBU is an white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.
What is the mileage of OV61 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for OV61 XBU was 118,650 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV61 XBU passed its MOT?
OV61 XBU has had 9 MOT tests with a 44% pass rate (4 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.
Is OV61 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV61 XBU 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 OV61 XBU?
OV61 XBU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.