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BV09 CVJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

113,514 mi
Last recorded113,514 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 CVJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 113,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 106,657 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 106,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 98,243 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 94,971 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2021 94,971 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2020 90,542 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2020 90,539 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 83,694 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2019 83,694 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2018 75,747 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 75,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 66,641 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 55,156 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2016 55,156 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 47,415 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 5 Mar 2015 47,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Mar 2014 40,341 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 40,341 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 32,126 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,316 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 24,316 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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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BV09 CVJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 BV09 CVJ, 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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BV09 CVJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 March 2009.

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