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EA08 PBY

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 75,519 miles on the clock, averaging 4,254 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 EA08 PBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,519
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,254

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,519 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,964
Average per year4,254
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 PBY 15k30k45k60k76k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,519 miles
Since last MOT+1,964 miles
PASS
Mileage73,555 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,554 miles
PASS
Mileage76,130 miles
Since last MOT+3,365 miles
PASS
Mileage72,765 miles
Since last MOT+3,203 miles
PASS
Mileage69,562 miles
Since last MOT+4,535 miles
PASS
Mileage65,027 miles
Since last MOT+3,724 miles
PASS
Mileage61,303 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,303 miles
Since last MOT+3,719 miles
PASS
Mileage57,584 miles
Since last MOT+6,220 miles
PASS
Mileage51,364 miles
Since last MOT+173 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,191 miles
Since last MOT+9,146 miles
PASS
Mileage42,045 miles
Since last MOT+11,242 miles
PASS
Mileage30,803 miles
Since last MOT+4,324 miles
PASS
Mileage26,479 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,479 miles
Since last MOT+5,081 miles
PASS
Mileage21,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,397 miles
PASS
Mileage15,001 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

RegistrationEA08 PBY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 PBY

What car is EA08 PBY?

EA08 PBY is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 PBY?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 PBY was 75,519 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 PBY passed its MOT?

EA08 PBY has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2025.

Is EA08 PBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 PBY 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 EA08 PBY?

EA08 PBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.