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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1398cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 127,696 miles on the clock, averaging 15,441 miles per year, above 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 SL12 AEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,002 |
| Average per year | 15,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 (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 | SL12 AEA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SL12 AEA
What car is SL12 AEA?
SL12 AEA is an brown Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SL12 AEA?
The last recorded mileage for SL12 AEA was 127,696 miles, recorded on 19 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL12 AEA passed its MOT?
SL12 AEA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2022.
Is SL12 AEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 AEA 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 SL12 AEA?
SL12 AEA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.