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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 122,710 miles on the clock, averaging 6,540 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 GU08 WSD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,710 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GU08 WSD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GU08 WSD
What car is GU08 WSD?
GU08 WSD is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GU08 WSD?
The last recorded mileage for GU08 WSD was 122,710 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU08 WSD passed its MOT?
GU08 WSD has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is GU08 WSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 WSD 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 GU08 WSD?
GU08 WSD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.