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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 62,489 miles on the clock, averaging 6,246 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SM06 MTZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 62,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,120 |
| Average per year | 6,246 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 MTZ |
| 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 MTZ
What car is SM06 MTZ?
SM06 MTZ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 MTZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 MTZ was 62,489 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 MTZ passed its MOT?
SM06 MTZ has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2014.
Is SM06 MTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 MTZ 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 MTZ?
SM06 MTZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.