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AF09 LRA

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

80,859 mi
Last recorded80,859 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 LRA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 80,859 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 72,855 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 72,849 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 65,353 miles

Both rear suspension bumpstops broken

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces of both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front bumper adrift

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

centre exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 18 Oct 2022 58,629 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 58,629 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 54,292 miles

Offside Rear lens damaged

all tyres perishing

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Oct 2020 51,340 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 47,288 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 May 2019 47,288 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,392 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 40,349 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 37,509 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 37,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 33,105 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 30,262 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 25,660 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 18,343 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 18,343 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AF09 LRA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 59,147 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 AF09 LRA, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF09 LRA registered?

AF09 LRA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 4 March 2009.

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