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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 146,341 miles on the clock, averaging 6,950 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 SM57 KYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,318 |
| Average per year | 6,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 KYR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 KYR
What car is SM57 KYR?
SM57 KYR is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 KYR?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 KYR was 146,341 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 KYR passed its MOT?
SM57 KYR has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is SM57 KYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 KYR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM57 KYR?
SM57 KYR is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.