CarVerify

Free Car Check

BG09 OSA

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Diesel 1248cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

184,247 mi
Last recorded184,247 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 OSA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 184,247 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi sooted (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement has top play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect wet (5.3.2 (b))

sounds like duel mass has a lot off play

Fail 12 Jun 2019 184,082 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below limits 185/70/14h (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi sooted (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement has top play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect wet (5.3.2 (b))

sounds like duel mass has a lot off play

Pass 30 May 2018 173,231 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect looks like small weep over long time as not wet but lots of oily dust over strut and feels softer than the osr (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front strut top slight lift/play

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 30 May 2018 173,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect looks like small weep over long time as not wet but lots of oily dust over strut and feels softer than the osr (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front strut top slight lift/play

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 165,313 miles

!!!! duel mas fly wheel sounds very bad on ticking over !!!

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit !!!! on limits !!!! 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear exhaust box outer deteriorated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 157,221 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 146,623 miles

Nearside and offside rear seatbelts not fully inspected, child seats fitted.

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

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

rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 24 Jun 2015 146,623 miles

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

Nearside and offside rear seatbelts not fully inspected, child seats fitted.

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 6 Jun 2014 121,397 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 121,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Knock from steering

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

O/S/R Seatbelt buckle casing damaged,buckle locking and releasing at time of test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2012 81,064 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 81,064 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
Full Vauxhall Corsa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BG09 OSA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BG09 OSA, 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

How do I check the history of BG09 OSA?

You can check the full history of BG09 OSA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BG09 OSA registered?

BG09 OSA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 9 June 2009.

Is BG09 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 OSA shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG09 OSA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BG09 OSA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.