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SM06 NHJ

2006 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1229cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1229cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 52,353 miles on the clock, averaging 3,025 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 NHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,353
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,025

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading52,353 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,857
Average per year3,025
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM06 NHJ 31k36k42k47k52k '09'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,353 miles
Since last MOT+4,857 miles
PASS
Mileage47,496 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,062 miles
PASS
Mileage72,173 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,172 miles
Since last MOT+9,605 miles
PASS
Mileage62,567 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,542 miles
Since last MOT+10,951 miles
PASS
Mileage51,591 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,582 miles
Since last MOT+9,674 miles
PASS
Mileage41,908 miles
Since last MOT+11,086 miles
PASS
Mileage30,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,822 miles

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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

RegistrationSM06 NHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1229cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SM06 NHJ

What car is SM06 NHJ?

SM06 NHJ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SM06 NHJ?

The last recorded mileage for SM06 NHJ was 52,353 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM06 NHJ passed its MOT?

SM06 NHJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2016.

Is SM06 NHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 NHJ 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 NHJ?

SM06 NHJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.