Vehicle summary
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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 61,414 miles on the clock, averaging 3,195 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 RE08 VZP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,122 |
| Average per year | 3,195 |
| 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 | RE08 VZP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RE08 VZP
What car is RE08 VZP?
RE08 VZP is an yellow Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 VZP?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 VZP was 61,414 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 VZP passed its MOT?
RE08 VZP has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is RE08 VZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 VZP 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 RE08 VZP?
RE08 VZP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.