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CA08 YBY

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 Petrol 998cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 79,192 miles on the clock, averaging 4,272 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 CA08 YBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,192
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,272

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading79,192 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,272
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CA08 YBY 19k34k49k64k79k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,192 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,190 miles
Since last MOT+3,433 miles
PASS
Mileage75,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,757 miles
Since last MOT+2,071 miles
PASS
Mileage73,686 miles
Since last MOT+4,540 miles
PASS
Mileage69,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,181 miles
PASS
Mileage64,965 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,951 miles
Since last MOT+2,875 miles
PASS
Mileage62,076 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage57,590 miles
Since last MOT+5,186 miles
PASS
Mileage52,404 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,384 miles
Since last MOT+4,167 miles
PASS
Mileage48,217 miles
Since last MOT+4,691 miles
PASS
Mileage43,526 miles
Since last MOT+3,262 miles
PASS
Mileage40,264 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage35,070 miles
Since last MOT+5,985 miles
PASS
Mileage29,085 miles
Since last MOT+4,853 miles
PASS
Mileage24,232 miles
Since last MOT+5,255 miles
PASS
Mileage18,977 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

RegistrationCA08 YBY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CA08 YBY

What car is CA08 YBY?

CA08 YBY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.

What is the mileage of CA08 YBY?

The last recorded mileage for CA08 YBY was 79,192 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA08 YBY passed its MOT?

CA08 YBY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2025.

Is CA08 YBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA08 YBY 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 CA08 YBY?

CA08 YBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.