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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 101,836 miles on the clock, averaging 6,425 miles per year, 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 CA08 GVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,425 |
| 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 | CA08 GVW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CA08 GVW
What car is CA08 GVW?
CA08 GVW is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA08 GVW?
The last recorded mileage for CA08 GVW was 101,836 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA08 GVW passed its MOT?
CA08 GVW has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2023.
Is CA08 GVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA08 GVW 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 CA08 GVW?
CA08 GVW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.