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YP08 XUA

2008 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 115,023 miles on the clock, averaging 6,267 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 YP08 XUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,023
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,267

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 reading115,023 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,011
Average per year6,267
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP08 XUA 41k60k78k97k115k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,023 miles
Since last MOT+7,011 miles
PASS
Mileage108,012 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,996 miles
Since last MOT+5,170 miles
PASS
Mileage102,826 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,824 miles
Since last MOT+14,638 miles
PASS
Mileage88,186 miles
Since last MOT+4,280 miles
PASS
Mileage83,906 miles
Since last MOT+3,112 miles
PASS
Mileage80,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,794 miles
Since last MOT+5,372 miles
PASS
Mileage75,422 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,838 miles
PASS
Mileage69,579 miles
Since last MOT+5,168 miles
PASS
Mileage64,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,751 miles
PASS
Mileage58,660 miles
Since last MOT+5,769 miles
PASS
Mileage52,891 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,882 miles
Since last MOT+5,065 miles
PASS
Mileage47,817 miles
Since last MOT+6,714 miles
PASS
Mileage41,103 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

RegistrationYP08 XUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YP08 XUA

What car is YP08 XUA?

YP08 XUA is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.

What is the mileage of YP08 XUA?

The last recorded mileage for YP08 XUA was 115,023 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP08 XUA passed its MOT?

YP08 XUA has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2023.

Is YP08 XUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP08 XUA 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 YP08 XUA?

YP08 XUA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.