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At a glance
This 2010 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 129,657 miles on the clock, averaging 10,432 miles per year, above 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 SM59 VFG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,843 |
| Average per year | 10,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SM59 VFG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 VFG
What car is SM59 VFG?
SM59 VFG is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2010.
What is the mileage of SM59 VFG?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 VFG was 129,657 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 VFG passed its MOT?
SM59 VFG has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2024.
Is SM59 VFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 VFG 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 SM59 VFG?
SM59 VFG is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.