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AU09 TLZ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,508 mi
Last recorded50,508 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 TLZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 50,508 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2026 50,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2025 48,742 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 47,106 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 47,105 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 47,104 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 45,458 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 45,458 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 43,346 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 40,465 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 38,211 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 3 May 2019 33,684 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 33,684 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 29,791 miles

Both front wipers are split, but clear the screen

Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,412 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 20,534 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 18,182 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 14,913 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 12,755 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 10,250 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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AU09 TLZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU09 TLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU09 TLZ?

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What year was AU09 TLZ registered?

AU09 TLZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is AU09 TLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 TLZ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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