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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 90,932 miles on the clock, averaging 2,984 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 RA56 SDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,932 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -19,188 |
| Average per year | 2,984 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RA56 SDX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 SDX
What car is RA56 SDX?
RA56 SDX is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 SDX?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 SDX was 90,932 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 SDX passed its MOT?
RA56 SDX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2020.
Is RA56 SDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 SDX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA56 SDX?
RA56 SDX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.