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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 99,759 miles on the clock, averaging 7,637 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 SO08 KYX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 7,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SO08 KYX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 KYX
What car is SO08 KYX?
SO08 KYX is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 KYX?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 KYX was 99,759 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 KYX passed its MOT?
SO08 KYX has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2022.
Is SO08 KYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 KYX 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 SO08 KYX?
SO08 KYX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.