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WD08 ELX

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 106,864 miles on the clock, averaging 7,496 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 WD08 ELX

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,864
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,496

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,864 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,496
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD08 ELX 22k43k65k86k107k '11'22'18

Check WD08 ELX

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,864 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,862 miles
Since last MOT+9,409 miles
PASS
Mileage97,453 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,452 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
PASS
Mileage91,665 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,664 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage85,820 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,818 miles
Since last MOT+7,900 miles
PASS
Mileage77,918 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,912 miles
Since last MOT+9,501 miles
PASS
Mileage68,411 miles
Since last MOT+9,803 miles
PASS
Mileage58,608 miles
Since last MOT+10,937 miles
PASS
Mileage47,671 miles
Since last MOT+10,355 miles
PASS
Mileage37,316 miles
Since last MOT+1,534 miles
PASS
Mileage35,782 miles
Since last MOT+7,200 miles
PASS
Mileage28,582 miles
Since last MOT+6,230 miles
PASS
Mileage22,352 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,352 miles

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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

RegistrationWD08 ELX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WD08 ELX

What car is WD08 ELX?

WD08 ELX is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Exeter in 2008.

What is the mileage of WD08 ELX?

The last recorded mileage for WD08 ELX was 106,864 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD08 ELX passed its MOT?

WD08 ELX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2022.

Is WD08 ELX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD08 ELX 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 WD08 ELX?

WD08 ELX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.