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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 84,962 miles on the clock, averaging 4,461 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SM06 MMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,904 |
| Average per year | 4,461 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM06 MMX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SM06 MMX
What car is SM06 MMX?
SM06 MMX is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 MMX?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 MMX was 84,962 miles, recorded on 15 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 MMX passed its MOT?
SM06 MMX has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2023.
Is SM06 MMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 MMX 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 SM06 MMX?
SM06 MMX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.