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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 67,526 miles on the clock, averaging 4,383 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 DE08 DKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,045 |
| Average per year | 4,383 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DE08 DKU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DE08 DKU
What car is DE08 DKU?
DE08 DKU is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 DKU?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 DKU was 67,526 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 DKU passed its MOT?
DE08 DKU has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Apr 2023.
Is DE08 DKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 DKU 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 DE08 DKU?
DE08 DKU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.