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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 133,456 miles on the clock, averaging 13,759 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 OY12 UZB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,456 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | OY12 UZB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About OY12 UZB
What car is OY12 UZB?
OY12 UZB is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.
What is the mileage of OY12 UZB?
The last recorded mileage for OY12 UZB was 133,456 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY12 UZB passed its MOT?
OY12 UZB has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2022.
Is OY12 UZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY12 UZB 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 OY12 UZB?
OY12 UZB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.