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WU08 URS

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourRed
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 41,634 miles on the clock, averaging 8,815 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 WU08 URS

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,634
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
8,815

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 reading41,634 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,183
Average per year8,815
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WU08 URS 15k21k28k35k42k '11'14'13

Check WU08 URS

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,634 miles
Since last MOT+13,183 miles
PASS
Mileage28,451 miles
Since last MOT+9,267 miles
PASS
Mileage19,184 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
Mileage14,751 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

RegistrationWU08 URS
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WU08 URS

What car is WU08 URS?

WU08 URS is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WU08 URS?

The last recorded mileage for WU08 URS was 41,634 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU08 URS passed its MOT?

WU08 URS has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2014.

Is WU08 URS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU08 URS 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 WU08 URS?

WU08 URS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.