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A24 WSH

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,524 mi
Last recorded110,524 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 WSH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 110,524 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 96,569 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 95,174 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 91,352 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 91,352 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 87,737 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 87,737 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 83,991 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 79,629 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 79,530 miles

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake cable damaged but not to excess front cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Engine oil level low

Front exhaust mount broken but exhaust secure

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 74,576 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 74,576 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 63,880 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 57,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 57,366 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 52,308 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,922 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 42,781 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 42,781 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2011 34,716 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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A24 WSH is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 61,061 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A24 WSH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A24 WSH registered?

A24 WSH is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 23 October 2008.

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