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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 86,179 miles on the clock, averaging 10,225 miles per year, above 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 HCG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,026 |
| Average per year | 10,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SW12 HCG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 HCG
What car is SW12 HCG?
SW12 HCG is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW12 HCG?
The last recorded mileage for SW12 HCG was 86,179 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW12 HCG passed its MOT?
SW12 HCG has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is SW12 HCG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 HCG 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 HCG?
SW12 HCG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.