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PL08 HPJ

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 125,927 miles on the clock, averaging 18,112 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 PL08 HPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,927
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
18,112

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading125,927 miles
Reading date
Average per year18,112
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL08 HPJ 18k45k72k99k126k '11'17'14

Check PL08 HPJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,927 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage118,978 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,977 miles
Since last MOT+23,609 miles
PASS
Mileage95,368 miles
Since last MOT+23,860 miles
PASS
Mileage71,508 miles
Since last MOT+22,797 miles
PASS
Mileage48,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,711 miles
Since last MOT+30,230 miles
PASS
Mileage18,481 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

RegistrationPL08 HPJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PL08 HPJ

What car is PL08 HPJ?

PL08 HPJ is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL08 HPJ?

The last recorded mileage for PL08 HPJ was 125,927 miles, recorded on 26 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL08 HPJ passed its MOT?

PL08 HPJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2017.

Is PL08 HPJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 HPJ 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 PL08 HPJ?

PL08 HPJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.