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NB08 DZU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 79,390 miles on the clock, averaging 10,537 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 NB08 DZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,390
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
10,537

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading79,390 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,537
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NB08 DZU 20k35k50k64k79k '11'17'14

Check NB08 DZU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,390 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,390 miles
Since last MOT+2,155 miles
PASS
Mileage77,235 miles
Since last MOT+14,104 miles
PASS
Mileage63,131 miles
Since last MOT+14,267 miles
PASS
Mileage48,864 miles
Since last MOT+211 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,653 miles
Since last MOT+23,139 miles
PASS
Mileage25,514 miles
Since last MOT+5,784 miles
PASS
Mileage19,730 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

RegistrationNB08 DZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeNB — Newcastle, North
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About NB08 DZU

What car is NB08 DZU?

NB08 DZU is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2008.

What is the mileage of NB08 DZU?

The last recorded mileage for NB08 DZU was 79,390 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NB08 DZU passed its MOT?

NB08 DZU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2017.

Is NB08 DZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NB08 DZU 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 NB08 DZU?

NB08 DZU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.