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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 166,679 miles on the clock, averaging 7,537 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 YF06 RKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YF06 RKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About YF06 RKA
What car is YF06 RKA?
YF06 RKA is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YF06 RKA?
The last recorded mileage for YF06 RKA was 166,679 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF06 RKA passed its MOT?
YF06 RKA has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2020.
Is YF06 RKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF06 RKA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YF06 RKA?
YF06 RKA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.