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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 61,600 miles on the clock, averaging 5,412 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 KH57 KAR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 61,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,412 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KH57 KAR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KH57 KAR
What car is KH57 KAR?
KH57 KAR is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Northampton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KH57 KAR?
The last recorded mileage for KH57 KAR was 61,600 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KH57 KAR passed its MOT?
KH57 KAR has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2020.
Is KH57 KAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH57 KAR 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 KH57 KAR?
KH57 KAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.