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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 117,077 miles on the clock, averaging 8,132 miles per year, around 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 EO08 VZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,193 |
| Average per year | 8,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EO08 VZA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EO08 VZA
What car is EO08 VZA?
EO08 VZA is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EO08 VZA?
The last recorded mileage for EO08 VZA was 117,077 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO08 VZA passed its MOT?
EO08 VZA has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2023.
Is EO08 VZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 VZA 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 EO08 VZA?
EO08 VZA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.