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DA57 MLX

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 130,451 miles on the clock, averaging 10,404 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 DA57 MLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,451
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,404

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading130,451 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,641
Average per year10,404
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DA57 MLX 29k55k80k105k130k '11'20'15

Check DA57 MLX

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,451 miles
Since last MOT+3,641 miles
PASS
Mileage126,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,810 miles
Since last MOT+5,584 miles
PASS
Mileage121,226 miles
Since last MOT+7,875 miles
PASS
Mileage113,351 miles
Since last MOT+10,743 miles
PASS
Mileage102,608 miles
Since last MOT+22,415 miles
PASS
Mileage80,193 miles
Since last MOT+14,325 miles
PASS
Mileage65,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,868 miles
Since last MOT+21,023 miles
PASS
Mileage44,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,694 miles
PASS
Mileage37,151 miles
Since last MOT+7,520 miles
PASS
Mileage29,631 miles
Since last MOT+268 miles
PASS
Mileage29,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,363 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

RegistrationDA57 MLX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About DA57 MLX

What car is DA57 MLX?

DA57 MLX is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.

What is the mileage of DA57 MLX?

The last recorded mileage for DA57 MLX was 130,451 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA57 MLX passed its MOT?

DA57 MLX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2020.

Is DA57 MLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA57 MLX 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 DA57 MLX?

DA57 MLX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.