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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 73,555 miles on the clock, averaging 5,528 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 EX08 OLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EX08 OLW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EX08 OLW
What car is EX08 OLW?
EX08 OLW is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EX08 OLW?
The last recorded mileage for EX08 OLW was 73,555 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX08 OLW passed its MOT?
EX08 OLW has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.
Is EX08 OLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 OLW 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 EX08 OLW?
EX08 OLW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.