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GK08 WKT

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 111,962 miles on the clock, averaging 8,279 miles per year, around 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 GK08 WKT

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,279

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,962 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,279
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GK08 WKT 40k58k76k94k112k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,962 miles
Since last MOT+4,744 miles
PASS
Mileage107,218 miles
Since last MOT+753 miles
PASS
Mileage106,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,465 miles
Since last MOT+5,031 miles
PASS
Mileage101,434 miles
Since last MOT+3,978 miles
PASS
Mileage97,456 miles
Since last MOT+12,786 miles
PASS
Mileage84,670 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,664 miles
Since last MOT+13,384 miles
PASS
Mileage71,280 miles
Since last MOT+14,425 miles
PASS
Mileage56,855 miles
Since last MOT+16,472 miles
PASS
Mileage40,383 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

RegistrationGK08 WKT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGK — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GK08 WKT

What car is GK08 WKT?

GK08 WKT is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.

What is the mileage of GK08 WKT?

The last recorded mileage for GK08 WKT was 111,962 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK08 WKT passed its MOT?

GK08 WKT has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2019.

Is GK08 WKT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 WKT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is GK08 WKT?

GK08 WKT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.