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RA08 KFU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
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 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 112,034 miles on the clock, averaging 11,543 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 RA08 KFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,034
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
11,543

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 reading112,034 miles
Reading date
Miles last year232
Average per year11,543
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA08 KFU 63k75k87k100k112k '11'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,034 miles
Since last MOT+232 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,802 miles
Since last MOT+15,406 miles
PASS
Mileage96,396 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,388 miles
Since last MOT+9,378 miles
PASS
Mileage87,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,010 miles
Since last MOT+9,347 miles
PASS
Mileage77,663 miles
Since last MOT+14,903 miles
PASS
Mileage62,760 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,759 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

RegistrationRA08 KFU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RA08 KFU

What car is RA08 KFU?

RA08 KFU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RA08 KFU?

The last recorded mileage for RA08 KFU was 112,034 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA08 KFU passed its MOT?

RA08 KFU has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2015.

Is RA08 KFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 KFU 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 RA08 KFU?

RA08 KFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.