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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 72,719 miles on the clock, averaging 6,960 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 SP12 VTW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,719 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 92 |
| Average per year | 6,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SP12 VTW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SP12 VTW
What car is SP12 VTW?
SP12 VTW is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Dundee in 2012.
What is the mileage of SP12 VTW?
The last recorded mileage for SP12 VTW was 72,719 miles, recorded on 31 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP12 VTW passed its MOT?
SP12 VTW has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2021.
Is SP12 VTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP12 VTW 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 SP12 VTW?
SP12 VTW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.