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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 41,159 miles on the clock, averaging 842 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SP06 UTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 41,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 842 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SP06 UTJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SP06 UTJ
What car is SP06 UTJ?
SP06 UTJ is an purple Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Dundee in 2006.
What is the mileage of SP06 UTJ?
The last recorded mileage for SP06 UTJ was 41,159 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP06 UTJ passed its MOT?
SP06 UTJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is SP06 UTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP06 UTJ 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 SP06 UTJ?
SP06 UTJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.