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2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DV08 AEN

DV08 AEN

2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 84,908 miles. MOT expired on 05 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2008 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 05 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
84,908 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 05 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1364cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a stable roadworthy condition. The most recent MOT test on 6 August 2025 at 84,908 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the car is well-maintained and free from chronic mechanical failures. The mileage is notably low for an eighteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,717 miles per year. Between 27 July 2023 and 6 August 2025, the odometer increased by 3,735 miles. This low annual usage indicates the car has likely served as a secondary vehicle or seen very light urban use. There are no erratic mileage jumps or signs of clocking within the provided data. While the MOT record is exceptionally clean, the low mileage and age of the vehicle introduce specific risks. Long periods of inactivity often lead to perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, even if tread depth remains legal. A buyer should manually check for brake caliper binding and ensure the battery and fluids have been refreshed to prevent degradation from standing. The absence of any recorded advisories regarding corrosion is positive for a 2008 model. However, a physical inspection of the underbody and sills is still necessary to confirm structural integrity, as MOT testers may overlook minor surface rust that does not yet constitute a failure. Focus should remain on the health of the consumables and the integrity of the rubber seals given the vehicle's age.

DV08 AEN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2025
  • 84,908 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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DV08 AEN Mileage History

  1. 27/07/202381,173 mi
  2. 27/07/202381,173 mi
  3. 26/07/202483,117 mi+1,944 mi
  4. 26/07/202483,117 mi
  5. 06/08/202584,908 mi+1,791 mi

Average of roughly 1,841 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DV08 AEN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 (DV08 AEN) between July 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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