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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 147,527 miles on the clock, averaging 7,727 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 EY08 SHZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,527 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,727 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EY08 SHZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EY08 SHZ
What car is EY08 SHZ?
EY08 SHZ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EY08 SHZ?
The last recorded mileage for EY08 SHZ was 147,527 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY08 SHZ passed its MOT?
EY08 SHZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2024.
Is EY08 SHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY08 SHZ 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 EY08 SHZ?
EY08 SHZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.