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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 153,893 miles on the clock, averaging 6,954 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for PK56 TBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,954 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | PK56 TBZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PK56 TBZ
What car is PK56 TBZ?
PK56 TBZ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PK56 TBZ?
The last recorded mileage for PK56 TBZ was 153,893 miles, recorded on 20 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK56 TBZ passed its MOT?
PK56 TBZ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 May 2016.
Is PK56 TBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 TBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PK56 TBZ?
PK56 TBZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.