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YR62 GWA

2012 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 20,877 miles on the clock, averaging 3,660 miles per year, well below 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 YR62 GWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
20,877
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
3,660

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading20,877 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,660
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR62 GWA 14k16k17k19k21k '15'17'17

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage20,877 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,877 miles
Since last MOT+5,301 miles
PASS
Mileage15,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,652 miles
PASS
Mileage13,924 miles

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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

RegistrationYR62 GWA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About YR62 GWA

What car is YR62 GWA?

YR62 GWA is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2012.

What is the mileage of YR62 GWA?

The last recorded mileage for YR62 GWA was 20,877 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR62 GWA passed its MOT?

YR62 GWA has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Jul 2017.

Is YR62 GWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR62 GWA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YR62 GWA?

YR62 GWA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.