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HT57 JZR

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 173,612 miles on the clock, averaging 19,164 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 HT57 JZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,612
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
19,164

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,612 miles
Reading date
Average per year19,164
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HT57 JZR 59k88k116k145k174k '11'17'15

Check HT57 JZR

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,612 miles
Since last MOT+18,692 miles
PASS
Mileage154,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,920 miles
Since last MOT+14,477 miles
PASS
Mileage140,443 miles
Since last MOT+14,723 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,720 miles
Since last MOT+22,664 miles
PASS
Mileage103,056 miles
Since last MOT+23,198 miles
PASS
Mileage79,858 miles
Since last MOT+20,523 miles
PASS
Mileage59,335 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,335 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

RegistrationHT57 JZR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About HT57 JZR

What car is HT57 JZR?

HT57 JZR is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HT57 JZR?

The last recorded mileage for HT57 JZR was 173,612 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HT57 JZR passed its MOT?

HT57 JZR has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2017.

Is HT57 JZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT57 JZR 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 HT57 JZR?

HT57 JZR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.