2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · LX06 YMK
2006 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 08 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 45,614 miles. MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,614 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX06 YMK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 45,614 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LX06 YMK 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 (LX06 YMK) between June 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 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: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
LX06 YMK Mileage History
- 22/06/202342,993 mi
- 31/10/202444,711 mi+1,718 mi
- 04/11/202444,711 mi
- 20/03/202645,614 mi+903 mi
- 25/03/202645,614 mi
Average of roughly 951 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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- Electric power steering column failureSerious
Column-mounted EPS units can lose assistance intermittently or permanently, leaving the steering suddenly heavy and the warning light on.
- Easytronic clutch actuator and gearbox faultsSerious
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- Coil pack and EGR valve issuesModerate
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