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AB08 DHZ

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

128,988 mi
Last recorded128,988 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 DHZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 128,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) non testable item advise replacement ()

Pass 14 Dec 2022 118,911 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlight condensation inside

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear all rear suspension corroding

Rear both sides/tyres perishing in treads

Fail 12 Dec 2022 118,911 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlight condensation inside

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear all rear suspension corroding

Rear both sides/tyres perishing in treads

Pass 2 Dec 2021 118,890 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 118,890 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 113,670 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 106,148 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 106,148 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid X 2 (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear as marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 99,302 miles

E.M.L. LIGHT ON

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust corrosion outer skin

Pass 2 May 2017 90,944 miles

both rear tyre s worn close to limit and cracking in tread

exhaust rear box outer cover

rear shock dust covers missing

Fail 2 May 2017 90,944 miles

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

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

both rear tyre s worn close to limit and cracking in tread

exhaust rear box outer cover

rear shock dust covers missing

Pass 3 May 2016 80,836 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated but not blowing

Fail 3 May 2016 80,831 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 8 May 2015 71,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 61,771 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 52,485 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 52,484 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 14 May 2012 42,622 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 32,456 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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AB08 DHZ is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 AB08 DHZ, 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 AB08 DHZ registered?

AB08 DHZ is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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