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AV09 YCX

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,322 mi
Last recorded65,322 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 YCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 65,322 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2026 65,321 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 101,788 miles

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

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

bonnet safety catch stiff in operation

Pass 16 Aug 2024 57,038 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 57,036 miles

Emissions unable to be completed back box missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 52,007 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 48,110 miles

accident damage to nearside of vehicle

both front top strut mounts have alot of play

exhaust poor condition and blowing around rear silencer

front brake disks poor condition

Fail 11 Aug 2022 48,110 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

accident damage to nearside of vehicle

both front top strut mounts have alot of play

exhaust poor condition and blowing around rear silencer

front brake disks poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,382 miles

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

accident damage to nearside door and rear wing

Fail 18 Aug 2021 44,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

accident damage to nearside door and rear wing

Pass 19 Aug 2020 42,018 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

both front top mount have slight movement

corrosion on components on under side of vehicle

front brake discs are worn and pitted

nearside sill is damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2019 36,702 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,049 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 29,495 miles

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

Rear Both rear tyres starting to show splits not showing ply or cords

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Aug 2017 29,383 miles

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

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

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

Rear Both rear tyres starting to show splits not showing ply or cords

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,291 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 22,190 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 19,555 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,766 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,784 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 12,784 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AV09 YCX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AV09 YCX, 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 AV09 YCX registered?

AV09 YCX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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