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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 39,370 miles on the clock, averaging 7,965 miles per year, around 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 SW12 DXE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 39,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,965 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SW12 DXE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SW12 DXE
What car is SW12 DXE?
SW12 DXE is an grey Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW12 DXE?
The last recorded mileage for SW12 DXE was 39,370 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW12 DXE passed its MOT?
SW12 DXE has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Dec 2018.
Is SW12 DXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 DXE 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 SW12 DXE?
SW12 DXE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.