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AA02 BAR

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 58,979 miles on the clock, averaging 4,677 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 AA02 BAR

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,979
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,677

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,979 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year4,677
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AA02 BAR 16k27k38k48k59k '11'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,979 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,976 miles
Since last MOT+7,052 miles
PASS
Mileage51,924 miles
Since last MOT+4,053 miles
PASS
Mileage47,871 miles
Since last MOT+2,331 miles
PASS
Mileage45,540 miles
Since last MOT+503 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,037 miles
Since last MOT+5,825 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,212 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
PASS
Mileage32,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,650 miles
PASS
Mileage27,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,601 miles
Since last MOT+5,980 miles
PASS
Mileage21,621 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,612 miles
Since last MOT+5,301 miles
PASS
Mileage16,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,311 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

RegistrationAA02 BAR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAA — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AA02 BAR

What car is AA02 BAR?

AA02 BAR is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AA02 BAR?

The last recorded mileage for AA02 BAR was 58,979 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AA02 BAR passed its MOT?

AA02 BAR has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2020.

Is AA02 BAR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA02 BAR is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is AA02 BAR?

AA02 BAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.