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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 76,813 miles on the clock, averaging 7,528 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 LO53 BAR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 76,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LO53 BAR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LO — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LO53 BAR
What car is LO53 BAR?
LO53 BAR is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LO53 BAR?
The last recorded mileage for LO53 BAR was 76,813 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO53 BAR passed its MOT?
LO53 BAR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2020.
Is LO53 BAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO53 BAR 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 LO53 BAR?
LO53 BAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.