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WV08 FAA

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 242,303 miles on the clock, averaging 21,935 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 WV08 FAA

MOT Status
Due date passed
242,303
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
21,935

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading242,303 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,525
Average per year21,935
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV08 FAA 5k65k124k183k242k '11'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage242,303 miles
Since last MOT+18,525 miles
PASS
Mileage223,778 miles
Since last MOT+28,170 miles
PASS
Mileage195,608 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,607 miles
Since last MOT+28,990 miles
PASS
Mileage166,617 miles
Since last MOT+18,279 miles
PASS
Mileage148,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,338 miles
Since last MOT+24,143 miles
PASS
Mileage124,195 miles
Since last MOT+25,019 miles
PASS
Mileage99,176 miles
Since last MOT+29,623 miles
PASS
Mileage69,553 miles
Since last MOT+33,228 miles
PASS
Mileage36,325 miles
Since last MOT+30,491 miles
FAIL
Mileage5,834 miles
Since last MOT+510 miles
PASS
Mileage5,324 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

RegistrationWV08 FAA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WV08 FAA

What car is WV08 FAA?

WV08 FAA is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WV08 FAA?

The last recorded mileage for WV08 FAA was 242,303 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV08 FAA passed its MOT?

WV08 FAA has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jan 2022.

Is WV08 FAA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV08 FAA 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 WV08 FAA?

WV08 FAA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.