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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 118,835 miles on the clock, averaging 9,131 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 RO56 VFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,835 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,983 |
| Average per year | 9,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RO56 VFW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RO56 VFW
What car is RO56 VFW?
RO56 VFW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO56 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for RO56 VFW was 118,835 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO56 VFW passed its MOT?
RO56 VFW has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2019.
Is RO56 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO56 VFW 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 RO56 VFW?
RO56 VFW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.