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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 Petrol 998cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 35,891 miles on the clock, averaging 1,790 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 OV08 VRZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 1,790 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | OV08 VRZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OV08 VRZ
What car is OV08 VRZ?
OV08 VRZ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV08 VRZ?
The last recorded mileage for OV08 VRZ was 35,891 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV08 VRZ passed its MOT?
OV08 VRZ has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2025.
Is OV08 VRZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV08 VRZ 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 OV08 VRZ?
OV08 VRZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.