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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 127,701 miles on the clock, averaging 10,381 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 SSU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,881 |
| Average per year | 10,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM56 SSU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 SSU
What car is SM56 SSU?
SM56 SSU is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 SSU?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 SSU was 127,701 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 SSU passed its MOT?
SM56 SSU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2020.
Is SM56 SSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 SSU 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 SM56 SSU?
SM56 SSU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.