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BJ09 APK

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,985 mi
Last recorded58,985 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 APK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 58,985 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2026 58,985 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 53,825 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 52,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

battery weak

both top front shock absorber mounts worn close to limit

engine noise from fan belt area

Fail 18 Mar 2024 52,877 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

battery weak

both top front shock absorber mounts worn close to limit

engine noise from fan belt area

Pass 6 Mar 2023 51,872 miles

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

Offside Front top shock absorber mount worn to close to limit

engine wet with oil

Fail 6 Mar 2023 51,866 miles

Nearside Front 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

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

Offside Front top shock absorber mount worn to close to limit

engine wet with oil

Pass 15 Mar 2022 50,857 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,732 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 49,721 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 48,488 miles

Nearside Front 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 3 Mar 2020 48,488 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front 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 7 Mar 2019 47,114 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 45,507 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 45,507 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 43,707 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 41,426 miles

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

Rear both tyres starting to perish

Pass 13 Mar 2015 38,843 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,884 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,676 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 28,034 miles

offside front tyre, inner edge worn low

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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BJ09 APK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BJ09 APK, 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 BJ09 APK registered?

BJ09 APK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 April 2009.

Is BJ09 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ09 APK shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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