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BK09 RUW

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

44,263 mi
Last recorded44,263 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 RUW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 44,263 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Nov 2022 44,263 miles

Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2021 34,198 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 23,707 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 23,707 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 23,628 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 23,628 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,419 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 23,419 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 23,140 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 22,710 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 22,710 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 21,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 20,192 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 20,192 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 18,489 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 15,985 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 RUW is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BK09 RUW, 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 BK09 RUW registered?

BK09 RUW is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is BK09 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 RUW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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