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AO09 VRC

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

90,107 mi
Last recorded90,107 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 VRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 90,107 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

wipers smear

Pass 9 Jul 2025 88,455 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 86,630 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 82,184 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 82,181 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 77,762 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated and fallen down shock

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

Fail 14 Jul 2022 77,755 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated and fallen down shock

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 75,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear bump stop fallen apart

Fail 19 Jul 2021 75,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear bump stop fallen apart

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 73,095 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 73,095 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 66,592 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 66,589 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 59,322 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 53,307 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 53,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,157 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 47,157 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working bulb1002 (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 41,147 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 34,616 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 27,223 miles

front tyres worn more on edges

Pass 28 Jun 2012 21,033 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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AO09 VRC is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO09 VRC, 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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AO09 VRC is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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