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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 105,622 miles on the clock, averaging 15,498 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 EX08 OPA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 105,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 297 |
| Average per year | 15,498 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 OPA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EX08 OPA
What car is EX08 OPA?
EX08 OPA is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EX08 OPA?
The last recorded mileage for EX08 OPA was 105,622 miles, recorded on 27 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX08 OPA passed its MOT?
EX08 OPA has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2014.
Is EX08 OPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 OPA 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 EX08 OPA?
EX08 OPA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.