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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 81,147 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SW61 DZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 81,147 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,937 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SW61 DZL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SW61 DZL
What car is SW61 DZL?
SW61 DZL is an yellow Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2011.
What is the mileage of SW61 DZL?
The last recorded mileage for SW61 DZL was 81,147 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW61 DZL passed its MOT?
SW61 DZL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2025.
Is SW61 DZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW61 DZL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW61 DZL?
SW61 DZL is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.