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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 144,820 miles on the clock, averaging 8,229 miles per year, around 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 RE55 DEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,888 |
| Average per year | 8,229 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RE55 DEW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RE55 DEW
What car is RE55 DEW?
RE55 DEW is an brown Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE55 DEW?
The last recorded mileage for RE55 DEW was 144,820 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE55 DEW passed its MOT?
RE55 DEW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is RE55 DEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE55 DEW 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 RE55 DEW?
RE55 DEW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.