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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 130,428 miles on the clock, averaging 8,461 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 PL57 EVK
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 8,461 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | PL57 EVK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About PL57 EVK
What car is PL57 EVK?
PL57 EVK is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL57 EVK?
The last recorded mileage for PL57 EVK was 130,428 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL57 EVK passed its MOT?
PL57 EVK has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2019.
Is PL57 EVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 EVK 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 PL57 EVK?
PL57 EVK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.