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AB08 OBM

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

193,980 mi
Last recorded193,980 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 May 2020 193,980 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 186,025 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 154,999 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 125,604 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 92,771 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 61,290 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 34,418 miles

n/side front brake pads getting low

Pass 31 May 2013 27,611 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 21,783 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,499 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 OBM is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AB08 OBM, 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 OBM registered?

AB08 OBM is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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