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SL12 GXU

2012 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
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 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 94,672 miles on the clock, averaging 6,374 miles per year, below 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 GXU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,672
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,374

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,672 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,374
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL12 GXU 25k42k60k77k95k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,672 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,670 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage91,219 miles
Since last MOT+3,922 miles
PASS
Mileage87,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,297 miles
Since last MOT+5,685 miles
PASS
Mileage81,612 miles
Since last MOT+4,518 miles
PASS
Mileage77,094 miles
Since last MOT+5,004 miles
PASS
Mileage72,090 miles
Since last MOT+3,492 miles
PASS
Mileage68,598 miles
Since last MOT+9,366 miles
PASS
Mileage59,232 miles
Since last MOT+7,426 miles
PASS
Mileage51,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,806 miles
Since last MOT+8,912 miles
PASS
Mileage42,894 miles
Since last MOT+8,931 miles
PASS
Mileage33,963 miles
Since last MOT+9,215 miles
PASS
Mileage24,748 miles

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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

RegistrationSL12 GXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SL12 GXU

What car is SL12 GXU?

SL12 GXU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SL12 GXU?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 GXU was 94,672 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 GXU passed its MOT?

SL12 GXU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2026.

Is SL12 GXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 GXU 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 GXU?

SL12 GXU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.