Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SY56 OPD

2006 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 65,204 miles on the clock, averaging 7,658 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for SY56 OPD

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,204
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,658

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading65,204 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-78,869
Average per year7,658
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY56 OPD 12k26k39k52k65k '09'16'13

Check SY56 OPD

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,204 miles
PASS
Mileage144,073 miles
Since last MOT+85,534 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,539 miles
Since last MOT+17,143 miles
PASS
Mileage41,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,396 miles
Since last MOT+7,592 miles
PASS
Mileage33,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,804 miles
Since last MOT+6,824 miles
PASS
Mileage26,980 miles
Since last MOT+6,545 miles
PASS
Mileage20,435 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,435 miles
Since last MOT+5,280 miles
PASS
Mileage15,155 miles
Since last MOT+2,726 miles
PASS
Mileage12,429 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Vauxhall Corsa often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)

Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).

Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)

Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).

Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links

Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).

Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)

Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).

Read our Vauxhall Corsa Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Vauxhall Corsa

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 OPD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

More SY56 O plates

Browse all SY56 O registrations from Inverness.

About SY56 OPD

What car is SY56 OPD?

SY56 OPD is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.

What is the mileage of SY56 OPD?

The last recorded mileage for SY56 OPD was 65,204 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY56 OPD passed its MOT?

SY56 OPD has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2016.

Is SY56 OPD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 OPD 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 SY56 OPD?

SY56 OPD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.