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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 110,565 miles on the clock, averaging 9,301 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 EF57 VJA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,118 |
| Average per year | 9,301 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 VJA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EF57 VJA
What car is EF57 VJA?
EF57 VJA is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF57 VJA?
The last recorded mileage for EF57 VJA was 110,565 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF57 VJA passed its MOT?
EF57 VJA has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2020.
Is EF57 VJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF57 VJA 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 VJA?
EF57 VJA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.