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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 72,727 miles on the clock, averaging 6,069 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for YL55 LRO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,727 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,899 |
| Average per year | 6,069 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YL55 LRO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YL55 LRO
What car is YL55 LRO?
YL55 LRO is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL55 LRO?
The last recorded mileage for YL55 LRO was 72,727 miles, recorded on 23 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL55 LRO passed its MOT?
YL55 LRO has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 23 May 2017.
Is YL55 LRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL55 LRO 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 YL55 LRO?
YL55 LRO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.