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SL12 PVY

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 83,017 miles on the clock, averaging 9,117 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 PVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,017
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2015
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,117

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading83,017 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,212
Average per year9,117
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL12 PVY 26k40k54k69k83k '15'21'18

Check SL12 PVY

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage83,017 miles
Since last MOT+4,212 miles
PASS
Mileage78,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,866 miles
PASS
Mileage69,939 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,910 miles
Since last MOT+18,976 miles
PASS
Mileage50,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage44,709 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,709 miles
Since last MOT+7,539 miles
PASS
Mileage37,170 miles
Since last MOT+11,353 miles
PASS
Mileage25,817 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 PVY
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 PVY

What car is SL12 PVY?

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

What is the mileage of SL12 PVY?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 PVY was 83,017 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 PVY passed its MOT?

SL12 PVY has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 13 Aug 2021.

Is SL12 PVY ULEZ compliant?

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

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