2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.6L Petrol · VX06 VXR
2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 71,709 miles. MOT expired on 25 Feb 2019. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Feb 2019
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,709 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VX06 VXR Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2018
- 71,709 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VX06 VXR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Corsa (VX06 VXR) between December 2011 and February 2018.
The record contains 7 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2018 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc ”.
VX06 VXR Mileage History
- 21/12/201126,178 mi
- 03/11/201234,079 mi+7,901 mi
- 28/08/201341,862 mi+7,783 mi
- 29/08/201341,862 mi
- 28/08/201450,308 mi+8,446 mi
- 21/10/201564,166 mi+13,858 mi
- 08/02/201766,189 mi+2,023 mi
- 26/02/201871,709 mi+5,520 mi
- 26/02/201871,709 mi
Average of roughly 7,360 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa D
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- ABS pump failureSerious
Internal ABS module faults trigger warning lights and are a common MOT failure on Corsa D.
- Timing chain stretch (1.0 / 1.2 petrol)Serious
Small petrol engines can stretch their timing chain if oil changes have been skipped, eventually leading to noisy starts or failure.
- Heater resistor and wiring failureModerate
The blower resistor and connector can overheat or melt, leaving the fan only working on one speed or not at all.
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