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RJ06 KOW

2006 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 998cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 94,998 miles on the clock, averaging 11,314 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 RJ06 KOW

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,998
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
11,314

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading94,998 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,314
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ06 KOW 40k53k67k81k95k '09'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,998 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,998 miles
Since last MOT+14,682 miles
PASS
Mileage80,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,316 miles
Since last MOT+23,104 miles
PASS
Mileage57,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,212 miles
Since last MOT+8,433 miles
PASS
Mileage48,779 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,779 miles
Since last MOT+9,093 miles
PASS
Mileage39,686 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,653 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

RegistrationRJ06 KOW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About RJ06 KOW

What car is RJ06 KOW?

RJ06 KOW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.

What is the mileage of RJ06 KOW?

The last recorded mileage for RJ06 KOW was 94,998 miles, recorded on 21 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ06 KOW passed its MOT?

RJ06 KOW has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2014.

Is RJ06 KOW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ06 KOW 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 RJ06 KOW?

RJ06 KOW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.