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SL57 ESU

2007 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 19 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2007
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 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 54,354 miles on the clock, averaging 4,272 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 SL57 ESU

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2010
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
4,272

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading54,354 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,272
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL57 ESU 27k33k40k47k54k '10'17'14

Check SL57 ESU

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,354 miles
Since last MOT+3,039 miles
PASS
Mileage51,315 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,582 miles
PASS
Mileage46,733 miles
Since last MOT+6,519 miles
PASS
Mileage40,214 miles
Since last MOT+3,510 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,704 miles
Since last MOT+5,343 miles
PASS
Mileage31,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,361 miles
Since last MOT+4,854 miles
PASS
Mileage26,507 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

RegistrationSL57 ESU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2007
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About SL57 ESU

What car is SL57 ESU?

SL57 ESU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.

What is the mileage of SL57 ESU?

The last recorded mileage for SL57 ESU was 54,354 miles, recorded on 3 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL57 ESU passed its MOT?

SL57 ESU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2017.

Is SL57 ESU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 ESU 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 SL57 ESU?

SL57 ESU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.