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FT08 FKV

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 91,124 miles on the clock, averaging 10,945 miles per year, above 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 FT08 FKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,124
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,945

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,124 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,945
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FT08 FKV 23k40k57k74k91k '11'17'15

Check FT08 FKV

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,124 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,124 miles
Since last MOT+7,289 miles
PASS
Mileage83,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,741 miles
PASS
Mileage74,094 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,092 miles
Since last MOT+10,839 miles
PASS
Mileage63,253 miles
Since last MOT+13,796 miles
PASS
Mileage49,457 miles
Since last MOT+217 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,240 miles
Since last MOT+11,604 miles
PASS
Mileage37,636 miles
Since last MOT+14,632 miles
PASS
Mileage23,004 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

RegistrationFT08 FKV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FT08 FKV

What car is FT08 FKV?

FT08 FKV is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FT08 FKV?

The last recorded mileage for FT08 FKV was 91,124 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT08 FKV passed its MOT?

FT08 FKV has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2017.

Is FT08 FKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT08 FKV 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 FT08 FKV?

FT08 FKV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.