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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 53,278 miles on the clock, averaging 9,240 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 SW56 KBV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 53,278 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,366 |
| Average per year | 9,240 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | SW56 KBV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 KBV
What car is SW56 KBV?
SW56 KBV is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW56 KBV?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 KBV was 53,278 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 KBV passed its MOT?
SW56 KBV has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 19 Oct 2012.
Is SW56 KBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 KBV 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 SW56 KBV?
SW56 KBV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.