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PL08 HPU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 94,317 miles on the clock, averaging 6,959 miles per year, 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 PL08 HPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,317
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,959

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,317 miles
Reading date
Miles last year53
Average per year6,959
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL08 HPU 15k35k55k74k94k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,317 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
PASS
Mileage94,264 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,256 miles
Since last MOT+4,198 miles
PASS
Mileage90,058 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage82,949 miles
Since last MOT+12,045 miles
PASS
Mileage70,904 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,904 miles
Since last MOT+10,976 miles
PASS
Mileage59,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,928 miles
Since last MOT+12,785 miles
PASS
Mileage47,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,143 miles
Since last MOT+13,805 miles
PASS
Mileage33,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,929 miles
PASS
Mileage28,409 miles
Since last MOT+3,656 miles
PASS
Mileage24,753 miles
Since last MOT+4,679 miles
PASS
Mileage20,074 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,074 miles
Since last MOT+5,316 miles
PASS
Mileage14,758 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 HPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PL08 HPU

What car is PL08 HPU?

PL08 HPU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL08 HPU?

The last recorded mileage for PL08 HPU was 94,317 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL08 HPU passed its MOT?

PL08 HPU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2022.

Is PL08 HPU ULEZ compliant?

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

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