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LO08 DXU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Green Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourGreen
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 113,009 miles on the clock, averaging 9,503 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 LO08 DXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,503

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,009 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,503
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO08 DXU 48k64k80k97k113k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,009 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,278 miles
PASS
Mileage106,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,012 miles
PASS
Mileage100,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,717 miles
Since last MOT+6,489 miles
PASS
Mileage94,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,655 miles
PASS
Mileage90,573 miles
Since last MOT+11,936 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,637 miles
Since last MOT+17,564 miles
PASS
Mileage61,073 miles
Since last MOT+13,367 miles
PASS
Mileage47,706 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

RegistrationLO08 DXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LO08 DXU

What car is LO08 DXU?

LO08 DXU is an green Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LO08 DXU?

The last recorded mileage for LO08 DXU was 113,009 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO08 DXU passed its MOT?

LO08 DXU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2018.

Is LO08 DXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO08 DXU 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 LO08 DXU?

LO08 DXU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.