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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 96,270 miles on the clock, averaging 7,464 miles per year, around 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 VPJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SY61 VPJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SY61 VPJ
What car is SY61 VPJ?
SY61 VPJ is an grey Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Inverness in 2011.
What is the mileage of SY61 VPJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY61 VPJ was 96,270 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY61 VPJ passed its MOT?
SY61 VPJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2023.
Is SY61 VPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY61 VPJ 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 SY61 VPJ?
SY61 VPJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.