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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 100,800 miles on the clock, averaging 8,447 miles per year, around 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 VFW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 100,800 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,447 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PL08 VFW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PL08 VFW
What car is PL08 VFW?
PL08 VFW is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 VFW was 100,800 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 VFW passed its MOT?
PL08 VFW has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2019.
Is PL08 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 VFW 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 VFW?
PL08 VFW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.