2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · YC08 VUO
2008 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 100,527 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,527 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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YC08 VUO Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 100,527 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC08 VUO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Corsa (YC08 VUO) between March 2011 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
YC08 VUO Mileage History
- 24/03/201117,896 mi
- 21/03/201223,467 mi+5,571 mi
- 14/03/201329,215 mi+5,748 mi
- 05/03/201442,778 mi+13,563 mi
- 13/03/201554,498 mi+11,720 mi
- 04/03/201661,521 mi+7,023 mi
- 09/03/201766,363 mi+4,842 mi
- 09/03/201766,366 mi+3 mi
- 01/03/201871,465 mi+5,099 mi
- 01/03/201871,465 mi
- 25/03/201977,108 mi+5,643 mi
- 09/03/202081,036 mi+3,928 mi
- 18/03/202183,476 mi+2,440 mi
- 23/03/202288,046 mi+4,570 mi
- 24/03/202288,046 mi
- 16/03/202392,628 mi+4,582 mi
- 16/03/202392,628 mi
- 19/03/202497,260 mi+4,632 mi
- 19/03/202497,263 mi+3 mi
- 10/03/202598,033 mi+770 mi
- 02/04/2026100,527 mi+2,494 mi
Average of roughly 5,500 miles per year across 21 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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