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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 130,491 miles on the clock, averaging 8,377 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 YR06 YKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,491 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,377 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YR06 YKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About YR06 YKA
What car is YR06 YKA?
YR06 YKA is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR06 YKA?
The last recorded mileage for YR06 YKA was 130,491 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR06 YKA passed its MOT?
YR06 YKA has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.
Is YR06 YKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR06 YKA 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 YR06 YKA?
YR06 YKA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.