Vehicle summary
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 2010 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 96,457 miles on the clock, averaging 6,111 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Turbo VXR engine is known for turbocharger. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for RE53 MUZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,457 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,111 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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).
Turbocharger (K03 unit, including shaft and bearings)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE53 MUZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RE53 MUZ
What car is RE53 MUZ?
RE53 MUZ is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RE53 MUZ?
The last recorded mileage for RE53 MUZ was 96,457 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE53 MUZ passed its MOT?
RE53 MUZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.
Is RE53 MUZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE53 MUZ 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 RE53 MUZ?
RE53 MUZ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.