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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 96,808 miles on the clock, averaging 7,702 miles per year, around 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 SM57 ELC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,808 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,519 |
| Average per year | 7,702 |
| 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 | SM57 ELC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 ELC
What car is SM57 ELC?
SM57 ELC is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 ELC?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 ELC was 96,808 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 ELC passed its MOT?
SM57 ELC has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2019.
Is SM57 ELC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 ELC 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 SM57 ELC?
SM57 ELC is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.