2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Corsa Club A/c Auto models manufactured in 2006, based on 39 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto MOT Analysis
The 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto has an MOT pass rate of 76.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 52,642 miles on the odometer. With a 23.1% failure rate, the 2006 Corsa Club A/c Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 12.8% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Steering is the second most common issue at 2.6%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Corsa Club A/c Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 12.8% | 5 |
| 2 | Steering | 2.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 52,642 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.44 | 12.8% | 5 |
| Steering | 0.49 | 2.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto has an MOT pass rate of 76.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 52,642 miles on the odometer. With a 23.1% failure rate, the 2006 Corsa Club A/c Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 52,642 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 12.8% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 12.8% of MOT failures on 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Steering — 2.6% of failures
Steering issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Auto models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.