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B7 MKH

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

83,715 mi
Last recorded83,715 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 MKH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 83,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 79,535 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 7,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 76,564 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 76,557 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 72,763 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2023 72,763 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 69,431 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear rear seat belts not tested or checked due to rear seats full of items

Pass 27 Jan 2021 66,544 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 66,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65 r 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2019 62,873 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 57,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall 185 65 15 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 57,528 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall 185 65 15 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 53,159 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 50,857 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 43,111 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 43,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 41,390 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes

Fail 26 Jan 2016 41,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine breather pipe split

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 17 Feb 2015 37,230 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 34,711 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 32,006 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 28,950 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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B7 MKH is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B7 MKH, 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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B7 MKH is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 May 2009.

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