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AA08 DHO

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,407 mi
Last recorded86,407 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DHO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 86,407 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 86,407 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 84,021 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 81,143 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 77,454 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 73,195 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 73,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 68,642 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 64,095 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 60,171 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 55,644 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,404 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 44,498 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 37,990 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 37,398 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 30,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,852 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 14,356 miles

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 DHO is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DHO, 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 DHO registered?

AA08 DHO is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AA08 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 DHO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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