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ST12 DAO

2012 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 53,547 miles on the clock, averaging 11,073 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Turbo VXR engine is known for turbocharger. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.

MOT & Mileage History for ST12 DAO

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,547
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2015
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
11,073

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading53,547 miles
Reading date
Miles last year338
Average per year11,073
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ST12 DAO 36k41k45k49k54k '15'16'15

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage53,547 miles
Since last MOT+338 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,209 miles
Since last MOT+15,707 miles
PASS
Mileage37,502 miles
Since last MOT+1,059 miles
PASS
Mileage36,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,443 miles

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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).

Turbocharger (K03 unit, including shaft and bearings)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 DAO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About ST12 DAO

What car is ST12 DAO?

ST12 DAO is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2012.

What is the mileage of ST12 DAO?

The last recorded mileage for ST12 DAO was 53,547 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST12 DAO passed its MOT?

ST12 DAO has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2016.

Is ST12 DAO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST12 DAO 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 ST12 DAO?

ST12 DAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.