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SL08 HGO

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 75,253 miles on the clock, averaging 5,601 miles per year, 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 SL08 HGO

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,253
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,601

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading75,253 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,601
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL08 HGO 36k46k56k65k75k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,253 miles
Since last MOT+3,561 miles
PASS
Mileage71,692 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,692 miles
Since last MOT+8,082 miles
PASS
Mileage63,610 miles
Since last MOT+8,592 miles
PASS
Mileage55,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,267 miles
PASS
Mileage51,751 miles
Since last MOT+1,515 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,236 miles
Since last MOT+5,473 miles
PASS
Mileage44,763 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,761 miles
Since last MOT+8,905 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,856 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

RegistrationSL08 HGO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 HGO

What car is SL08 HGO?

SL08 HGO is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SL08 HGO?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 HGO was 75,253 miles, recorded on 30 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 HGO passed its MOT?

SL08 HGO has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2018.

Is SL08 HGO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 HGO 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 SL08 HGO?

SL08 HGO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.