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AP08 GMG

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 144,929 miles on the clock, averaging 8,383 miles per year, around 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 AP08 GMG

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,929
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,383

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading144,929 miles
Reading date
Miles last year24,069
Average per year8,383
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP08 GMG 40k66k93k119k145k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,929 miles
Since last MOT+24,069 miles
PASS
Mileage120,860 miles
Since last MOT+10,603 miles
PASS
Mileage110,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,257 miles
Since last MOT+13,542 miles
PASS
Mileage96,715 miles
Since last MOT+12,568 miles
PASS
Mileage84,147 miles
Since last MOT+2,358 miles
PASS
Mileage81,789 miles
Since last MOT+3,521 miles
PASS
Mileage78,268 miles
Since last MOT+4,986 miles
PASS
Mileage73,282 miles
Since last MOT+7,401 miles
PASS
Mileage65,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,881 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage58,399 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,398 miles
Since last MOT+9,271 miles
PASS
Mileage49,127 miles
Since last MOT+8,886 miles
PASS
Mileage40,241 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

RegistrationAP08 GMG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AP08 GMG

What car is AP08 GMG?

AP08 GMG is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Norwich in 2008.

What is the mileage of AP08 GMG?

The last recorded mileage for AP08 GMG was 144,929 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP08 GMG passed its MOT?

AP08 GMG has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2023.

Is AP08 GMG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP08 GMG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP08 GMG?

AP08 GMG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.