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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 186,714 miles on the clock, averaging 8,616 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ55 VFM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 186,714 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 8,616 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | PJ55 VFM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PJ55 VFM
What car is PJ55 VFM?
PJ55 VFM is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PJ55 VFM?
The last recorded mileage for PJ55 VFM was 186,714 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ55 VFM passed its MOT?
PJ55 VFM has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2025.
Is PJ55 VFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 VFM 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 PJ55 VFM?
PJ55 VFM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.