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WM08 XHY

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 83,994 miles on the clock, averaging 8,754 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 WM08 XHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,994
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,754

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading83,994 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,558
Average per year8,754
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM08 XHY 36k48k60k72k84k '11'16'13

Check WM08 XHY

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,994 miles
Since last MOT+6,558 miles
PASS
Mileage77,436 miles
Since last MOT+17,588 miles
PASS
Mileage59,848 miles
Since last MOT+9,794 miles
PASS
Mileage50,054 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage43,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,105 miles
Since last MOT+5,789 miles
PASS
Mileage37,316 miles
Since last MOT+963 miles
PASS
Mileage36,353 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

RegistrationWM08 XHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WM08 XHY

What car is WM08 XHY?

WM08 XHY is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WM08 XHY?

The last recorded mileage for WM08 XHY was 83,994 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM08 XHY passed its MOT?

WM08 XHY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Dec 2016.

Is WM08 XHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM08 XHY 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 WM08 XHY?

WM08 XHY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.