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At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 87,834 miles on the clock, averaging 6,853 miles per year, below 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 SY12 LWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -2 |
| Average per year | 6,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SY12 LWO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SY12 LWO
What car is SY12 LWO?
SY12 LWO is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 LWO?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 LWO was 87,834 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 LWO passed its MOT?
SY12 LWO has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2024.
Is SY12 LWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 LWO 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 SY12 LWO?
SY12 LWO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.