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AA08 RTO

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,396 mi
Last recorded47,396 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 RTO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 47,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 45,555 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2023 43,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 1 Jul 2022 41,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 39,416 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 39,416 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2020 37,250 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 35,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 32,045 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 32,038 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,416 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 23,772 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,694 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,531 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,255 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 10,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 10,909 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,218 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 RTO is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 998cc 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 RTO, 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 RTO registered?

AA08 RTO is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is AA08 RTO safe to buy?

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