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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 168,639 miles on the clock, averaging 9,102 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for YL06 OAP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,639 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 9,102 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YL06 OAP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About YL06 OAP
What car is YL06 OAP?
YL06 OAP is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL06 OAP?
The last recorded mileage for YL06 OAP was 168,639 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL06 OAP passed its MOT?
YL06 OAP has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is YL06 OAP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL06 OAP 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 YL06 OAP?
YL06 OAP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.