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At a glance
This 2010 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 150,486 miles on the clock, averaging 10,037 miles per year, above 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 RB05 BAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 150,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RB05 BAY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RB — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RB05 BAY
What car is RB05 BAY?
RB05 BAY is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RB05 BAY?
The last recorded mileage for RB05 BAY was 150,486 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RB05 BAY passed its MOT?
RB05 BAY has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is RB05 BAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RB05 BAY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RB05 BAY?
RB05 BAY is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.