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AC08 UPX

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,157 mi
Last recorded89,157 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 UPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 89,157 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight noise under the bonnet

Pass 25 Feb 2017 75,332 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 49,243 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 49,239 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 27,581 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 25,639 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 25,639 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 22,503 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,099 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,003 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 UPX 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 80%.

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 UPX, 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 UPX registered?

AC08 UPX is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is AC08 UPX safe to buy?

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