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BN09 TZL

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,473 mi
Last recorded101,473 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 TZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 101,473 miles

All four tyres- slight cracking between tread

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 101,473 miles

All four tyres- slight cracking between tread

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working Both jets (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 100,038 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 97,694 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 94,623 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 94,623 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 89,848 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 84,682 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 74,422 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2019 74,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 65,068 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 65,068 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear bush seperated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 54,735 miles

nsf tyre wearing on edges

nsr tyre worn low

Fail 27 Oct 2017 54,735 miles

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

front brake discs worn

nsf tyre wearing on edges

nsr tyre worn low

Pass 1 Oct 2016 43,603 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 33,537 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,368 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 23,610 miles

knocking from under steering column on lock to lock check

Pass 23 Feb 2013 17,598 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 11,878 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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BN09 TZL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN09 TZL, 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 BN09 TZL registered?

BN09 TZL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is BN09 TZL safe to buy?

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