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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 64,136 miles on the clock, averaging 5,419 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 SM61 VTJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 64,136 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,419 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SM61 VTJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SM61 VTJ
What car is SM61 VTJ?
SM61 VTJ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM61 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM61 VTJ was 64,136 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM61 VTJ passed its MOT?
SM61 VTJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2022.
Is SM61 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM61 VTJ 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 SM61 VTJ?
SM61 VTJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.