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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 136,128 miles on the clock, averaging 12,035 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 SO55 VMF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO55 VMF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 VMF
What car is SO55 VMF?
SO55 VMF is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO55 VMF?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 VMF was 136,128 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 VMF passed its MOT?
SO55 VMF has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2016.
Is SO55 VMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 VMF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO55 VMF?
SO55 VMF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.