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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 100,522 miles on the clock, averaging 6,191 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 GL08 HGD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,077 |
| Average per year | 6,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | GL08 HGD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 HGD
What car is GL08 HGD?
GL08 HGD is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 HGD?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 HGD was 100,522 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 HGD passed its MOT?
GL08 HGD has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 25 Jan 2022.
Is GL08 HGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 HGD 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 GL08 HGD?
GL08 HGD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.