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FN08 UVW

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 85,443 miles on the clock, averaging 7,168 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 FN08 UVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,443
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,168

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 reading85,443 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,055
Average per year7,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN08 UVW 17k34k51k68k85k '11'20'15

Check FN08 UVW

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,443 miles
Since last MOT+12,055 miles
PASS
Mileage73,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,885 miles
PASS
Mileage70,503 miles
Since last MOT+3,894 miles
PASS
Mileage66,609 miles
Since last MOT+2,622 miles
PASS
Mileage63,987 miles
Since last MOT+1,996 miles
PASS
Mileage61,991 miles
Since last MOT+12,620 miles
PASS
Mileage49,371 miles
Since last MOT+15,852 miles
PASS
Mileage33,519 miles
Since last MOT+11,283 miles
PASS
Mileage22,236 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,235 miles
Since last MOT+4,950 miles
PASS
Mileage17,285 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

RegistrationFN08 UVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FN08 UVW

What car is FN08 UVW?

FN08 UVW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FN08 UVW?

The last recorded mileage for FN08 UVW was 85,443 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN08 UVW passed its MOT?

FN08 UVW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jul 2020.

Is FN08 UVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN08 UVW 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 FN08 UVW?

FN08 UVW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.