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FL08 DTU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 118,337 miles on the clock, averaging 6,084 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 FL08 DTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,337
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,084

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,337 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,084
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL08 DTU 32k54k75k97k118k '11'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,337 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,337 miles
Since last MOT+8,477 miles
PASS
Mileage109,860 miles
Since last MOT+4,627 miles
PASS
Mileage105,233 miles
Since last MOT+2,636 miles
PASS
Mileage102,597 miles
Since last MOT+3,198 miles
PASS
Mileage99,399 miles
Since last MOT+2,408 miles
PASS
Mileage96,991 miles
Since last MOT+4,354 miles
PASS
Mileage92,637 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage89,233 miles
Since last MOT+4,984 miles
PASS
Mileage84,249 miles
Since last MOT+7,457 miles
PASS
Mileage76,792 miles
Since last MOT+12,314 miles
PASS
Mileage64,478 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,478 miles
Since last MOT+2,957 miles
PASS
Mileage61,521 miles
Since last MOT+9,507 miles
PASS
Mileage52,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,014 miles
Since last MOT+7,091 miles
PASS
Mileage44,923 miles
Since last MOT+6,337 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,586 miles
Since last MOT+6,660 miles
PASS
Mileage31,926 miles

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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

RegistrationFL08 DTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FL08 DTU

What car is FL08 DTU?

FL08 DTU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FL08 DTU?

The last recorded mileage for FL08 DTU was 118,337 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL08 DTU passed its MOT?

FL08 DTU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2025.

Is FL08 DTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL08 DTU 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 FL08 DTU?

FL08 DTU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.