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YC08 XJE

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 82,421 miles on the clock, averaging 9,009 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 YC08 XJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,421
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,009

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 reading82,421 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,440
Average per year9,009
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC08 XJE 17k33k50k66k82k '11'18'15

Check YC08 XJE

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,421 miles
Since last MOT+4,440 miles
PASS
Mileage77,981 miles
Since last MOT+359 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,622 miles
Since last MOT+6,281 miles
PASS
Mileage71,341 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,332 miles
Since last MOT+8,171 miles
PASS
Mileage63,161 miles
Since last MOT+9,969 miles
PASS
Mileage53,192 miles
Since last MOT+13,455 miles
PASS
Mileage39,737 miles
Since last MOT+14,802 miles
PASS
Mileage24,935 miles
Since last MOT+454 miles
PASS
Mileage24,481 miles
Since last MOT+7,511 miles
PASS
Mileage16,970 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

RegistrationYC08 XJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YC08 XJE

What car is YC08 XJE?

YC08 XJE is a black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.

What is the mileage of YC08 XJE?

The last recorded mileage for YC08 XJE was 82,421 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC08 XJE passed its MOT?

YC08 XJE has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2018.

Is YC08 XJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 XJE 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 YC08 XJE?

YC08 XJE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.