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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 95,769 miles on the clock, averaging 7,257 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 OW56 EJY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,769 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,257 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | OW56 EJY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OW56 EJY
What car is OW56 EJY?
OW56 EJY is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OW56 EJY?
The last recorded mileage for OW56 EJY was 95,769 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW56 EJY passed its MOT?
OW56 EJY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2020.
Is OW56 EJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW56 EJY 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 OW56 EJY?
OW56 EJY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.