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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 61,452 miles on the clock, averaging 3,043 miles per year, well 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 PE61 BNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,959 |
| Average per year | 3,043 |
| 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 | PE61 BNU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About PE61 BNU
What car is PE61 BNU?
PE61 BNU is a brown Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.
What is the mileage of PE61 BNU?
The last recorded mileage for PE61 BNU was 61,452 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE61 BNU passed its MOT?
PE61 BNU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is PE61 BNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE61 BNU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PE61 BNU?
PE61 BNU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.