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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 103,386 miles on the clock, averaging 4,462 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 BW57 LWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,386 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,462 |
| 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 | BW57 LWM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BW57 LWM
What car is BW57 LWM?
BW57 LWM is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 LWM?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 LWM was 103,386 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 LWM passed its MOT?
BW57 LWM has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is BW57 LWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 LWM 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 BW57 LWM?
BW57 LWM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.