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WN08 TAU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourWhite
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 163,028 miles on the clock, averaging 12,431 miles per year, above 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 WN08 TAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,028
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
12,431

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,028 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,431
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WN08 TAU 26k60k94k129k163k '11'22'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,028 miles
Since last MOT+12,161 miles
PASS
Mileage150,867 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,860 miles
Since last MOT+8,341 miles
PASS
Mileage142,519 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,519 miles
Since last MOT+11,075 miles
PASS
Mileage131,444 miles
Since last MOT+11,086 miles
PASS
Mileage120,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,358 miles
Since last MOT+15,078 miles
PASS
Mileage105,280 miles
Since last MOT+20,801 miles
PASS
Mileage84,479 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,479 miles
Since last MOT+24,921 miles
PASS
Mileage59,558 miles
Since last MOT+15,165 miles
PASS
Mileage44,393 miles
Since last MOT+3,922 miles
PASS
Mileage40,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,471 miles
Since last MOT+6,275 miles
PASS
Mileage34,196 miles
Since last MOT+8,605 miles
PASS
Mileage25,591 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

RegistrationWN08 TAU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WN08 TAU

What car is WN08 TAU?

WN08 TAU is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WN08 TAU?

The last recorded mileage for WN08 TAU was 163,028 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN08 TAU passed its MOT?

WN08 TAU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2022.

Is WN08 TAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN08 TAU 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 WN08 TAU?

WN08 TAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.