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DN08 LYA

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Shrewsbury, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 81,986 miles on the clock, averaging 4,628 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 DN08 LYA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,986
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,628

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 reading81,986 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,045
Average per year4,628
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DN08 LYA 15k32k49k65k82k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,986 miles
Since last MOT+1,045 miles
PASS
Mileage80,941 miles
Since last MOT+808 miles
PASS
Mileage80,133 miles
Since last MOT+902 miles
PASS
Mileage79,231 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,184 miles
Since last MOT+377 miles
PASS
Mileage78,807 miles
Since last MOT+3,693 miles
PASS
Mileage75,114 miles
Since last MOT+7,259 miles
PASS
Mileage67,855 miles
Since last MOT+6,564 miles
PASS
Mileage61,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,291 miles
Since last MOT+7,800 miles
PASS
Mileage53,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,491 miles
Since last MOT+8,605 miles
PASS
Mileage44,886 miles
Since last MOT+6,901 miles
PASS
Mileage37,985 miles
Since last MOT+6,461 miles
PASS
Mileage31,524 miles
Since last MOT+6,396 miles
PASS
Mileage25,128 miles
Since last MOT+5,140 miles
PASS
Mileage19,988 miles
Since last MOT+4,611 miles
PASS
Mileage15,377 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

RegistrationDN08 LYA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DN08 LYA

What car is DN08 LYA?

DN08 LYA is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.

What is the mileage of DN08 LYA?

The last recorded mileage for DN08 LYA was 81,986 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN08 LYA passed its MOT?

DN08 LYA has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.

Is DN08 LYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN08 LYA 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 DN08 LYA?

DN08 LYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.