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AC08 OJU

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,395 mi
Last recorded98,395 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 98,395 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn uneven on inside edge

Noise on engine

Pass 11 Sep 2019 96,092 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2019 96,058 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 93,212 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers slightly damaged.

Slight damage to N/S anti roll bar link bar bushes.

Slight exhaust blow.

Slight oil leak under vehicle.

Pass 22 May 2017 84,386 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 74,970 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 74,970 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2015 68,210 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 68,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 59,203 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play n/s and o/s front top suspension mounts

Pass 15 Apr 2013 50,367 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 37,789 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front pads slightly worn

Pass 11 Apr 2011 18,104 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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AC08 OJU is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OJU, 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 OJU registered?

AC08 OJU is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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