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MJ08 XHY

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 83,760 miles on the clock, averaging 7,423 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 MJ08 XHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,760
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,423

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading83,760 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,423
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ08 XHY 39k50k61k72k84k '11'17'14

Check MJ08 XHY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,760 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,758 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
PASS
Mileage83,690 miles
Since last MOT+9,271 miles
PASS
Mileage74,419 miles
Since last MOT+8,498 miles
PASS
Mileage65,921 miles
Since last MOT+145 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,776 miles
Since last MOT+9,699 miles
PASS
Mileage56,077 miles
Since last MOT+9,800 miles
PASS
Mileage46,277 miles
Since last MOT+7,717 miles
PASS
Mileage38,560 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 XHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
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 XHY

What car is MJ08 XHY?

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

What is the mileage of MJ08 XHY?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 XHY was 83,760 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 XHY passed its MOT?

MJ08 XHY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2017.

Is MJ08 XHY ULEZ compliant?

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

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