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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 54,449 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GV08 FHY
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 54,449 miles |
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| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | GV08 FHY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GV08 FHY
What car is GV08 FHY?
GV08 FHY is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GV08 FHY?
The last recorded mileage for GV08 FHY was 54,449 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV08 FHY passed its MOT?
GV08 FHY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2017.
Is GV08 FHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 FHY 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 GV08 FHY?
GV08 FHY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.