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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 158,031 miles on the clock, averaging 12,866 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 DE08 XEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,031 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,635 |
| Average per year | 12,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 XEL |
| 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 XEL
What car is DE08 XEL?
DE08 XEL is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 XEL was 158,031 miles, recorded on 26 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 XEL passed its MOT?
DE08 XEL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2021.
Is DE08 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 XEL 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 XEL?
DE08 XEL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.