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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 168,153 miles on the clock, averaging 13,510 miles per year, above 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 BC57 HBP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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
| Registration | BC57 HBP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BC57 HBP
What car is BC57 HBP?
BC57 HBP is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BC57 HBP?
The last recorded mileage for BC57 HBP was 168,153 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC57 HBP passed its MOT?
BC57 HBP has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.
Is BC57 HBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC57 HBP 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 BC57 HBP?
BC57 HBP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.