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AO59 YCW

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,822 mi
Last recorded102,822 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 YCW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 102,822 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2026 102,822 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 89,191 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear exhaust back box corroded

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

Fail 1 Apr 2025 89,191 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak leaking through body (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear exhaust back box corroded

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 75,226 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 67,216 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2021 55,964 miles

exhaust back box deteriorated/corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2020 46,844 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 38,979 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 28,763 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2017 24,217 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 19,915 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 15,588 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 13,143 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 10,437 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 8,467 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 YCW is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel 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 YCW, 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 YCW registered?

AO59 YCW is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 December 2009.

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