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BN59 GSU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,005 mi
Last recorded73,005 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 GSU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 73,005 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 67,598 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 61,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 56,099 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 56,099 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 52,675 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 46,869 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 39,971 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 35,741 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 25,789 miles

Nearside wiper blade split but clears screen effectivley

Pass 8 Dec 2015 14,824 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 13,699 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 13,692 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2013 12,947 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 12,151 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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BN59 GSU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BN59 GSU, 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 BN59 GSU registered?

BN59 GSU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 October 2009.

Is BN59 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 GSU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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