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SA08 RUR

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 Petrol 998cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 85,226 miles on the clock, averaging 8,616 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 SA08 RUR

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,226
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
8,616

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading85,226 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,581
Average per year8,616
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA08 RUR 48k57k66k76k85k '11'15'13

Check SA08 RUR

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,226 miles
Since last MOT+5,581 miles
PASS
Mileage79,645 miles
Since last MOT+8,628 miles
PASS
Mileage71,017 miles
Since last MOT+8,961 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,056 miles
Since last MOT+14,479 miles
PASS
Mileage47,577 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

RegistrationSA08 RUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SA08 RUR

What car is SA08 RUR?

SA08 RUR is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SA08 RUR?

The last recorded mileage for SA08 RUR was 85,226 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA08 RUR passed its MOT?

SA08 RUR has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Aug 2015.

Is SA08 RUR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA08 RUR 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 SA08 RUR?

SA08 RUR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.