2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · RA55 LXM
2006 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 17 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 124,633 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,633 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA55 LXM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/08/2024
- 124,633 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA55 LXM 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 (RA55 LXM) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
RA55 LXM Mileage History
- 12/08/202287,247 mi
- 12/08/202287,247 mi
- 08/08/2023100,001 mi+12,754 mi
- 09/08/2024124,633 mi+24,632 mi
- 09/08/2024124,633 mi
Average of roughly 18,757 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: Below Average
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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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