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AC08 GWE

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

122,971 mi
Last recorded122,971 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GWE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 122,971 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 122,971 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 116,591 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Beam image poor.

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 110,716 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Fouls pillar. (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 110,716 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Fouls pillar. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 103,899 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2022 103,899 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 97,526 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 97,526 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 92,560 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 92,560 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 86,895 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 80,597 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 71,238 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 63,983 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 58,479 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 51,807 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 44,890 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 38,303 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,279 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,636 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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AC08 GWE is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AC08 GWE, 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 AC08 GWE registered?

AC08 GWE is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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