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LS08 ELX

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 45,456 miles on the clock, averaging 4,147 miles per year, well 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 LS08 ELX

MOT Status
Due date passed
45,456
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,147

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading45,456 miles
Reading date
Miles last year996
Average per year4,147
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS08 ELX 27k31k36k41k45k '11'15'14

Check LS08 ELX

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage45,456 miles
Since last MOT+996 miles
PASS
Mileage44,460 miles
Since last MOT+2,131 miles
PASS
Mileage42,329 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,313 miles
Since last MOT+3,580 miles
PASS
Mileage38,733 miles
Since last MOT+3,857 miles
PASS
Mileage34,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,876 miles
Since last MOT+8,166 miles
PASS
Mileage26,710 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

RegistrationLS08 ELX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LS08 ELX

What car is LS08 ELX?

LS08 ELX is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LS08 ELX?

The last recorded mileage for LS08 ELX was 45,456 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS08 ELX passed its MOT?

LS08 ELX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2015.

Is LS08 ELX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 ELX 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 LS08 ELX?

LS08 ELX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.