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FL08 YXW

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 87,757 miles on the clock, averaging 6,192 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 YXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,757
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,192

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 reading87,757 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,192
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL08 YXW 24k40k56k72k88k '11'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,757 miles
Since last MOT+11,407 miles
PASS
Mileage76,350 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage72,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,236 miles
Since last MOT+6,243 miles
PASS
Mileage65,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,993 miles
Since last MOT+4,294 miles
PASS
Mileage61,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,699 miles
Since last MOT+3,365 miles
PASS
Mileage58,334 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
PASS
Mileage58,328 miles
Since last MOT+6,891 miles
PASS
Mileage51,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,437 miles
Since last MOT+9,054 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,383 miles
Since last MOT+8,929 miles
PASS
Mileage33,454 miles
Since last MOT+7,595 miles
PASS
Mileage25,859 miles
Since last MOT+1,960 miles
PASS
Mileage23,899 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 YXW
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 YXW

What car is FL08 YXW?

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

What is the mileage of FL08 YXW?

The last recorded mileage for FL08 YXW was 87,757 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL08 YXW passed its MOT?

FL08 YXW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2021.

Is FL08 YXW ULEZ compliant?

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

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