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AK59 RCX

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,071 mi
Last recorded40,071 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 RCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 40,071 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre inner wall ()

Pass 7 Mar 2022 34,611 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 34,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 29,227 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre was manufactured in 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 24,965 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 18,795 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 18,504 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,146 miles

small crack in zone a , but not in drivers veiw

Fail 25 Sep 2017 18,146 miles

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

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

small crack in zone a , but not in drivers veiw

Pass 18 Oct 2016 16,163 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 8,021 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 8,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 5,287 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 4,063 miles

cut in nearside front outside tyre wall, but not deep enough to reach any cord/ply

Pass 8 Sep 2012 2,773 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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AK59 RCX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK59 RCX, 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 AK59 RCX registered?

AK59 RCX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AK59 RCX safe to buy?

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