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WV08 YCT

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 112,763 miles on the clock, averaging 8,126 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Turbo VXR engine is known for turbocharger. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.

MOT & Mileage History for WV08 YCT

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,763
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,126

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,763 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,354
Average per year8,126
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV08 YCT 9k35k61k87k113k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,763 miles
Since last MOT+10,354 miles
PASS
Mileage102,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,409 miles
Since last MOT+8,084 miles
PASS
Mileage94,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,325 miles
Since last MOT+13,112 miles
PASS
Mileage81,213 miles
Since last MOT+9,011 miles
PASS
Mileage72,202 miles
Since last MOT+9,839 miles
PASS
Mileage62,363 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage52,804 miles
Since last MOT+10,301 miles
PASS
Mileage42,503 miles
Since last MOT+6,959 miles
PASS
Mileage35,544 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,517 miles
Since last MOT+8,262 miles
PASS
Mileage27,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage20,690 miles
Since last MOT+7,627 miles
PASS
Mileage13,063 miles
Since last MOT+1,263 miles
PASS
Mileage11,800 miles
Since last MOT+2,819 miles
PASS
Mileage8,981 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).

Turbocharger (K03 unit, including shaft and bearings)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 YCT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WV08 YCT

What car is WV08 YCT?

WV08 YCT is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WV08 YCT?

The last recorded mileage for WV08 YCT was 112,763 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV08 YCT passed its MOT?

WV08 YCT has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2023.

Is WV08 YCT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV08 YCT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is WV08 YCT?

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