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PO56 WKG

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 119,736 miles on the clock, averaging 12,421 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for PO56 WKG

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,736
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2009
50%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,421

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading119,736 miles
Reading date
Miles last year26
Average per year12,421
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PO56 WKG 41k61k80k100k120k '09'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,736 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,710 miles
Since last MOT+9,457 miles
PASS
Mileage110,253 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,239 miles
Since last MOT+9,346 miles
PASS
Mileage100,893 miles
Since last MOT+16,916 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,977 miles
Since last MOT+24,631 miles
PASS
Mileage59,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,346 miles
Since last MOT+12,617 miles
PASS
Mileage46,729 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,798 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

RegistrationPO56 WKG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePO — Preston, Preston
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About PO56 WKG

What car is PO56 WKG?

PO56 WKG is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PO56 WKG?

The last recorded mileage for PO56 WKG was 119,736 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PO56 WKG passed its MOT?

PO56 WKG has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2016.

Is PO56 WKG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO56 WKG 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 PO56 WKG?

PO56 WKG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.