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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 65,759 miles on the clock, averaging 3,094 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PE56 GDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,537 |
| Average per year | 3,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE56 GDU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PE56 GDU
What car is PE56 GDU?
PE56 GDU is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PE56 GDU?
The last recorded mileage for PE56 GDU was 65,759 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE56 GDU passed its MOT?
PE56 GDU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2026.
Is PE56 GDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 GDU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PE56 GDU?
PE56 GDU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.