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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 66,813 miles on the clock, averaging 6,260 miles per year, 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 SM12 OGA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,992 |
| Average per year | 6,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SM12 OGA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 OGA
What car is SM12 OGA?
SM12 OGA is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 OGA?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 OGA was 66,813 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 OGA passed its MOT?
SM12 OGA has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2023.
Is SM12 OGA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 OGA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM12 OGA?
SM12 OGA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.