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EF08 BZX

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 69,800 miles on the clock, averaging 3,030 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 EF08 BZX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
69,800
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,030

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,800 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14
Average per year3,030
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 BZX 24k35k47k58k70k '11'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,800 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,786 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage66,159 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,159 miles
Since last MOT+1,150 miles
PASS
Mileage65,009 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
PASS
Mileage65,003 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
PASS
Mileage64,980 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
PASS
Mileage64,927 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,918 miles
Since last MOT+1,130 miles
PASS
Mileage63,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,788 miles
Since last MOT+7,920 miles
PASS
Mileage55,868 miles
Since last MOT+8,283 miles
PASS
Mileage47,585 miles
Since last MOT+7,715 miles
PASS
Mileage39,870 miles
Since last MOT+8,400 miles
PASS
Mileage31,470 miles
Since last MOT+7,645 miles
PASS
Mileage23,825 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

RegistrationEF08 BZX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 BZX

What car is EF08 BZX?

EF08 BZX is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 BZX?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 BZX was 69,800 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 BZX passed its MOT?

EF08 BZX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.

Is EF08 BZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 BZX 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 EF08 BZX?

EF08 BZX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.