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BU59 YGJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,567 mi
Last recorded53,567 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU59 YGJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 53,567 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All on vehicle! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 50,564 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All on vehicle! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 47,071 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 43,823 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 40,662 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 37,611 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 35,504 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES CRACKING/PERISHING & WEARING OFF ON EDGES - NEARSIDE VERY CLOSE TO MINIMUM LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKING/PERISHING

Pass 12 Jul 2019 32,413 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 28,515 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 24,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 20,765 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,790 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 13,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

front brake pads low

front tyres wearing off on inner edges & n/s very close to minimum legal requirements - advise to be replaced

Pass 29 Aug 2014 13,291 miles

front brake pads low

front tyres wearing off on inner edges & n/s very close to minimum legal requirements - advise to be replaced

Pass 2 Sep 2013 9,536 miles

front brake pads low + n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 28 Jan 2013 7,572 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 7,350 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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BU59 YGJ 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 94.1%.

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 BU59 YGJ, 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 BU59 YGJ registered?

BU59 YGJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is BU59 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU59 YGJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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