2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · DY58 CXN
2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 09 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 80,807 miles. MOT valid until 09 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DY58 CXN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 80,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DY58 CXN 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 (DY58 CXN) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 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: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
DY58 CXN Mileage History
- 24/07/202476,247 mi
- 24/07/202476,247 mi
- 31/07/202578,699 mi+2,452 mi
- 11/08/202578,709 mi+10 mi
- 10/08/202680,807 mi+2,098 mi
Average of roughly 2,230 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
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.
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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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