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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 86,107 miles on the clock, averaging 5,807 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 SO57 SXX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,810 |
| Average per year | 5,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SO57 SXX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 SXX
What car is SO57 SXX?
SO57 SXX is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 SXX?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 SXX was 86,107 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 SXX passed its MOT?
SO57 SXX has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2023.
Is SO57 SXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 SXX 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 SO57 SXX?
SO57 SXX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.