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YE08 LBU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 998cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 85,421 miles on the clock, averaging 5,443 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 YE08 LBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,421
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
5,443

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,421 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,443
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YE08 LBU 47k56k66k76k85k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,421 miles
Since last MOT+2,206 miles
PASS
Mileage83,215 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,214 miles
Since last MOT+6,704 miles
PASS
Mileage76,510 miles
Since last MOT+1,682 miles
PASS
Mileage74,828 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,819 miles
Since last MOT+3,883 miles
PASS
Mileage70,936 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage63,877 miles
Since last MOT+7,990 miles
PASS
Mileage55,887 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,887 miles
Since last MOT+9,375 miles
PASS
Mileage46,512 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

RegistrationYE08 LBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YE08 LBU

What car is YE08 LBU?

YE08 LBU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.

What is the mileage of YE08 LBU?

The last recorded mileage for YE08 LBU was 85,421 miles, recorded on 22 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE08 LBU passed its MOT?

YE08 LBU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2018.

Is YE08 LBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 LBU 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 YE08 LBU?

YE08 LBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.