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RF08 MHJ

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlue
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 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 87,358 miles on the clock, averaging 11,649 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 RF08 MHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,358
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
11,649

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading87,358 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,649
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF08 MHJ 21k38k54k71k87k '11'16'14

Check RF08 MHJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,358 miles
PASS
Mileage99,597 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,597 miles
Since last MOT+13,588 miles
PASS
Mileage86,009 miles
Since last MOT+23,759 miles
PASS
Mileage62,250 miles
Since last MOT+15,935 miles
PASS
Mileage46,315 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,301 miles
Since last MOT+24,869 miles
PASS
Mileage21,432 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

RegistrationRF08 MHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RF08 MHJ

What car is RF08 MHJ?

RF08 MHJ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RF08 MHJ?

The last recorded mileage for RF08 MHJ was 87,358 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF08 MHJ passed its MOT?

RF08 MHJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2016.

Is RF08 MHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 MHJ 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 RF08 MHJ?

RF08 MHJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.