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AO59 LWJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,929 mi
Last recorded122,929 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 LWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2026 122,929 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 122,776 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 121,820 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 114,533 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 106,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 97,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 89,312 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH sides middle treads wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Rear BOTH sides rear shock outer cases corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2019 89,311 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH sides middle treads wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension mount Slight play found

Rear BOTH sides rear shock outer cases corroded

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 80,136 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 71,172 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 62,046 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 53,944 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 53,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. adjusted (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 48,155 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 38,358 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 28,302 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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AO59 LWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO59 LWJ, 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 AO59 LWJ registered?

AO59 LWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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