2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · HV55 LNW
2006 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 16 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 120,705 miles. MOT valid until 07 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,705 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV55 LNW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 120,705 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV55 LNW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Vauxhall Corsa (HV55 LNW) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe split on centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
HV55 LNW Mileage History
- 09/08/2024100,326 mi
- 25/07/2025109,808 mi+9,482 mi
- 26/07/2025109,809 mi+1 mi
- 30/07/2026120,573 mi+10,764 mi
- 04/08/2026120,705 mi+132 mi
Average of roughly 10,267 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa C
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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