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BF59 GXL

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

117,547 mi
Last recorded117,547 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 GXL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 117,547 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 114,240 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 112,343 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 106,009 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 106,009 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 101,891 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 101,891 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 83,901 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 83,901 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 65,120 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 65,118 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear discs in a poor condition

Pass 2 Aug 2017 57,598 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 57,598 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 49,106 miles

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

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

oil leaking from engine.

Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,164 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 40,841 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 40,841 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 33,453 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 33,453 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 22,900 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 22,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BF59 GXL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BF59 GXL, 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 BF59 GXL registered?

BF59 GXL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is BF59 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 GXL shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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