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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 55,123 miles on the clock, averaging 5,070 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 YY08 MBX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 55,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,635 |
| Average per year | 5,070 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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
| Registration | YY08 MBX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YY08 MBX
What car is YY08 MBX?
YY08 MBX is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Beverley in 2008.
What is the mileage of YY08 MBX?
The last recorded mileage for YY08 MBX was 55,123 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY08 MBX passed its MOT?
YY08 MBX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2019.
Is YY08 MBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY08 MBX 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 YY08 MBX?
YY08 MBX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.