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MJ08 JFN

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 120,795 miles on the clock, averaging 7,180 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 MJ08 JFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,795
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,180

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,795 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,565
Average per year7,180
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MJ08 JFN 63k78k92k106k121k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,795 miles
Since last MOT+7,565 miles
PASS
Mileage113,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,059 miles
PASS
Mileage108,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,171 miles
Since last MOT+5,157 miles
PASS
Mileage103,014 miles
Since last MOT+6,588 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,426 miles
Since last MOT+7,242 miles
PASS
Mileage89,184 miles
Since last MOT+7,529 miles
PASS
Mileage81,655 miles
Since last MOT+8,361 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,294 miles
Since last MOT+10,018 miles
PASS
Mileage63,276 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

RegistrationMJ08 JFN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MJ08 JFN

What car is MJ08 JFN?

MJ08 JFN is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MJ08 JFN?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 JFN was 120,795 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 JFN passed its MOT?

MJ08 JFN has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2019.

Is MJ08 JFN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 JFN 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 MJ08 JFN?

MJ08 JFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.