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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 89,880 miles on the clock, averaging 8,432 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Turbo VXR engine is known for turbocharger. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SW57 HKB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,240 |
| Average per year | 8,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
Turbocharger (K03 unit, including shaft and bearings)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW57 HKB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SW57 HKB
What car is SW57 HKB?
SW57 HKB is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.
What is the mileage of SW57 HKB?
The last recorded mileage for SW57 HKB was 89,880 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW57 HKB passed its MOT?
SW57 HKB has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2018.
Is SW57 HKB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 HKB 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 SW57 HKB?
SW57 HKB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.