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AA08 AYB

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Gold Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,946 mi
Last recorded91,946 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 AYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 91,946 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 88,455 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 82,187 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 74,448 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 66,258 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 59,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyre treads cracked

Fail 2 Sep 2015 59,106 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyre treads cracked

Pass 19 Aug 2014 52,420 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 52,420 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 47,703 miles

both rear tyres have slight cracks but not showing ply

Fail 31 Aug 2013 47,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres have slight cracks but not showing ply

Fail 24 Aug 2013 47,583 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both rear tyres crackin in tread!

Engine oil was very low, off dip stick!

Front tyres worn on edge!

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2012 39,947 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,678 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 30,112 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AA08 AYB is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Gold with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AA08 AYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 AYB registered?

AA08 AYB is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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