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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 126,656 miles on the clock, averaging 11,598 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 GP08 HWU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,656 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,306 |
| Average per year | 11,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GP08 HWU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GP08 HWU
What car is GP08 HWU?
GP08 HWU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GP08 HWU?
The last recorded mileage for GP08 HWU was 126,656 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP08 HWU passed its MOT?
GP08 HWU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Sep 2017.
Is GP08 HWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 HWU 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 GP08 HWU?
GP08 HWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.