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BK09 AFU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,564 mi
Last recorded98,564 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 AFU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 98,564 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 86,686 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 84,647 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 84,571 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 81,091 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 77,796 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 74,751 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 72,753 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 72,753 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2019 71,100 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 56,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre side wall perished

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 42,117 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 28,241 miles

both front brake discs have wear and scoring recommend replacement

Fail 3 May 2016 28,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm mesured (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit recommend replacement 1.8mm mesured (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs have wear and scoring recommend replacement

Pass 7 May 2015 13,919 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,577 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 9,468 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 7,251 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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BK09 AFU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BK09 AFU, 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 BK09 AFU registered?

BK09 AFU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 24 March 2009.

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The MOT history for BK09 AFU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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