2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · CY57 LLT
2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 68,649 miles. MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,649 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CY57 LLT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 68,649 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CY57 LLT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Corsa (CY57 LLT) between January 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CY57 LLT Mileage History
- 05/01/202349,171 mi
- 04/01/202455,023 mi+5,852 mi
- 14/04/202560,213 mi+5,190 mi
- 16/04/202560,215 mi+2 mi
- 01/05/202668,649 mi+8,434 mi
Average of roughly 5,870 miles per year across 5 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: 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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