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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 153,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,407 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 BC57 HBU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,407 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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 HBU |
| 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 HBU
What car is BC57 HBU?
BC57 HBU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BC57 HBU?
The last recorded mileage for BC57 HBU was 153,489 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC57 HBU passed its MOT?
BC57 HBU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2025.
Is BC57 HBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC57 HBU 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 HBU?
BC57 HBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.