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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 101,864 miles on the clock, averaging 7,083 miles per year, 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 EF57 FCA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42 |
| Average per year | 7,083 |
| 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 | EF57 FCA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EF57 FCA
What car is EF57 FCA?
EF57 FCA is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF57 FCA?
The last recorded mileage for EF57 FCA was 101,864 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF57 FCA passed its MOT?
EF57 FCA has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2022.
Is EF57 FCA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF57 FCA 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 EF57 FCA?
EF57 FCA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.