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OY08 HZB

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 77,747 miles on the clock, averaging 7,481 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Turbo VXR engine is known for turbocharger. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.

MOT & Mileage History for OY08 HZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,747
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
7,481

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 reading77,747 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year7,481
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY08 HZB 33k44k56k67k78k '11'17'15

Check OY08 HZB

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,747 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,735 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage72,791 miles
Since last MOT+9,789 miles
PASS
Mileage63,002 miles
Since last MOT+5,510 miles
PASS
Mileage57,492 miles
Since last MOT+7,688 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,804 miles
Since last MOT+8,923 miles
PASS
Mileage40,881 miles
Since last MOT+7,615 miles
PASS
Mileage33,266 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).

Turbocharger (K03 unit, including shaft and bearings)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 HZB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About OY08 HZB

What car is OY08 HZB?

OY08 HZB is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.

What is the mileage of OY08 HZB?

The last recorded mileage for OY08 HZB was 77,747 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY08 HZB passed its MOT?

OY08 HZB has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2017.

Is OY08 HZB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY08 HZB 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 OY08 HZB?

OY08 HZB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.