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SL12 GYD

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 55,238 miles on the clock, averaging 4,747 miles per year, well 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 GYD

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,238
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
4,747

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,238 miles
Reading date
Miles last year131
Average per year4,747
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL12 GYD 36k40k45k50k55k '15'19'17

Check SL12 GYD

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,238 miles
Since last MOT+131 miles
PASS
Mileage55,107 miles
Since last MOT+2,021 miles
PASS
Mileage53,086 miles
Since last MOT+5,629 miles
PASS
Mileage47,457 miles
Since last MOT+6,975 miles
PASS
Mileage40,482 miles
Since last MOT+4,931 miles
PASS
Mileage35,551 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 GYD
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 GYD

What car is SL12 GYD?

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

What is the mileage of SL12 GYD?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 GYD was 55,238 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 GYD passed its MOT?

SL12 GYD has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2019.

Is SL12 GYD ULEZ compliant?

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

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