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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 71,464 miles on the clock, averaging 4,033 miles per year, well 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 RA57 WTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RA57 WTJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 WTJ
What car is RA57 WTJ?
RA57 WTJ is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 WTJ?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 WTJ was 71,464 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 WTJ passed its MOT?
RA57 WTJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is RA57 WTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 WTJ 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 RA57 WTJ?
RA57 WTJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.