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 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 62,444 miles on the clock, averaging 4,627 miles per year, well 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 RR53 VXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,292 |
| Average per year | 4,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RR53 VXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RR — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RR53 VXR
What car is RR53 VXR?
RR53 VXR is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RR53 VXR?
The last recorded mileage for RR53 VXR was 62,444 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RR53 VXR passed its MOT?
RR53 VXR has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2024.
Is RR53 VXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RR53 VXR 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 RR53 VXR?
RR53 VXR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.