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At a glance
This 2011 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 69,531 miles on the clock, averaging 4,701 miles per year, well 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 SY61 OAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,701 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SY61 OAJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SY61 OAJ
What car is SY61 OAJ?
SY61 OAJ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Inverness in 2011.
What is the mileage of SY61 OAJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY61 OAJ was 69,531 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY61 OAJ passed its MOT?
SY61 OAJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2025.
Is SY61 OAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY61 OAJ 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 SY61 OAJ?
SY61 OAJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.