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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 147,764 miles on the clock, averaging 9,839 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 SM08 HWU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,839 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM08 HWU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 HWU
What car is SM08 HWU?
SM08 HWU is an gold Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 HWU?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 HWU was 147,764 miles, recorded on 25 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 HWU passed its MOT?
SM08 HWU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2023.
Is SM08 HWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 HWU 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 SM08 HWU?
SM08 HWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.