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KS08 LHJ

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 82,575 miles on the clock, averaging 8,631 miles per year, around 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 KS08 LHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,575
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,631

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading82,575 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year8,631
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KS08 LHJ 40k51k61k72k83k '11'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,575 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,571 miles
Since last MOT+3,841 miles
PASS
Mileage78,730 miles
Since last MOT+7,529 miles
PASS
Mileage71,201 miles
Since last MOT+8,328 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,873 miles
Since last MOT+11,391 miles
PASS
Mileage51,482 miles
Since last MOT+11,210 miles
PASS
Mileage40,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,272 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

RegistrationKS08 LHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KS08 LHJ

What car is KS08 LHJ?

KS08 LHJ is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KS08 LHJ?

The last recorded mileage for KS08 LHJ was 82,575 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS08 LHJ passed its MOT?

KS08 LHJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2016.

Is KS08 LHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS08 LHJ 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 KS08 LHJ?

KS08 LHJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.