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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 96,784 miles on the clock, averaging 5,329 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 FG08 MXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,088 |
| Average per year | 5,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FG08 MXE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FG08 MXE
What car is FG08 MXE?
FG08 MXE is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FG08 MXE?
The last recorded mileage for FG08 MXE was 96,784 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG08 MXE passed its MOT?
FG08 MXE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2023.
Is FG08 MXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG08 MXE 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 FG08 MXE?
FG08 MXE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.