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AV59 FSO

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,014 mi
Last recorded47,014 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 FSO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 47,014 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 46,965 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 46,616 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 45,989 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 45,972 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 45,860 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 45,852 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,753 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 44,057 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 43,175 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 41,322 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 41,036 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear brake light dim

Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,079 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 21 Aug 2015 40,079 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Aug 2014 38,274 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 38,274 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,489 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,560 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 28,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AV59 FSO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AV59 FSO, 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

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What year was AV59 FSO registered?

AV59 FSO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is AV59 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 FSO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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