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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 160,049 miles on the clock, averaging 10,027 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 SM57 KYE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,049 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,027 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SM57 KYE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 KYE
What car is SM57 KYE?
SM57 KYE is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM57 KYE?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 KYE was 160,049 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 KYE passed its MOT?
SM57 KYE has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2016.
Is SM57 KYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 KYE 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 SM57 KYE?
SM57 KYE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.