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WU08 YFR

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Bristol, 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 111,723 miles on the clock, averaging 6,791 miles per year, below 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 YFR

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,723
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,791

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,723 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,791
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU08 YFR 57k71k84k98k112k '11'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,723 miles
Since last MOT+1,964 miles
PASS
Mileage109,759 miles
Since last MOT+2,356 miles
PASS
Mileage107,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,783 miles
PASS
Mileage102,620 miles
Since last MOT+3,735 miles
PASS
Mileage98,885 miles
Since last MOT+9,625 miles
PASS
Mileage89,260 miles
Since last MOT+7,898 miles
PASS
Mileage81,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,362 miles
Since last MOT+11,195 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,167 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,061 miles
Since last MOT+13,146 miles
PASS
Mileage56,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,915 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 YFR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
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 YFR

What car is WU08 YFR?

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

What is the mileage of WU08 YFR?

The last recorded mileage for WU08 YFR was 111,723 miles, recorded on 17 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU08 YFR passed its MOT?

WU08 YFR has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2019.

Is WU08 YFR ULEZ compliant?

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

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