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BD09 XAE

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

68,253 mi
Last recorded68,253 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 XAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 68,253 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casings. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 68,253 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted corner of bumper has jagged edge. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leaking excessively from engine engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185 65 r15 88h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casings. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 65,498 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 65,498 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine oil leak from oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 62,167 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 62,167 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 59,064 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 59,064 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 56,210 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 56,210 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 52,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2209 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 52,854 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2209 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 49,488 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 49,487 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 47,900 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 39,789 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 39,789 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 34,206 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 26,764 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 26,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 18,235 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 10,744 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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BD09 XAE is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 BD09 XAE, 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 BD09 XAE registered?

BD09 XAE is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is BD09 XAE safe to buy?

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