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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 159,192 miles on the clock, averaging 10,869 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 LGN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,192 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,289 |
| Average per year | 10,869 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 LGN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 LGN
What car is SW56 LGN?
SW56 LGN is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW56 LGN?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 LGN was 159,192 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 LGN passed its MOT?
SW56 LGN has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2021.
Is SW56 LGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 LGN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW56 LGN?
SW56 LGN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.