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PJ55 YEL

2006 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1229cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1229cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 81,949 miles on the clock, averaging 3,591 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 PJ55 YEL

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,949
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,591

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,949 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,560
Average per year3,591
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ55 YEL 27k41k55k68k82k '09'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,949 miles
Since last MOT+1,560 miles
PASS
Mileage80,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,389 miles
Since last MOT+1,296 miles
PASS
Mileage79,093 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,093 miles
Since last MOT+1,295 miles
PASS
Mileage77,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,798 miles
Since last MOT+8,063 miles
PASS
Mileage69,735 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,730 miles
Since last MOT+4,568 miles
PASS
Mileage65,162 miles
Since last MOT+3,888 miles
PASS
Mileage61,274 miles
Since last MOT+3,727 miles
PASS
Mileage57,547 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,541 miles
Since last MOT+3,599 miles
PASS
Mileage53,942 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,936 miles
Since last MOT+2,098 miles
PASS
Mileage51,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,467 miles
PASS
Mileage50,371 miles
Since last MOT+3,938 miles
PASS
Mileage46,433 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,175 miles
PASS
Mileage41,242 miles
Since last MOT+3,133 miles
PASS
Mileage38,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,109 miles
Since last MOT+10,754 miles
PASS
Mileage27,355 miles

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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

RegistrationPJ55 YEL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PJ55 YEL

What car is PJ55 YEL?

PJ55 YEL is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PJ55 YEL?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 YEL was 81,949 miles, recorded on 24 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 YEL passed its MOT?

PJ55 YEL has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2024.

Is PJ55 YEL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 YEL 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 YEL?

PJ55 YEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.