2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · MD08 AXO
2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 22 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 96,567 miles. MOT expired on 05 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MD08 AXO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/02/2024
- 96,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MD08 AXO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Corsa (MD08 AXO) between February 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 February 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
MD08 AXO Mileage History
- 02/02/202287,537 mi
- 03/02/202392,948 mi+5,411 mi
- 03/02/202392,951 mi+3 mi
- 07/02/202496,567 mi+3,616 mi
Average of roughly 4,488 miles per year across 4 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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