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CV09 SYX

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

141,960 mi
Last recorded141,960 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV09 SYX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 141,960 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 130,213 miles

Rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated.

Fail 21 Feb 2019 130,212 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated.

Pass 16 Feb 2018 116,319 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Fail 15 Feb 2018 116,319 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

O/S rear shock absorber upper cover is loose.

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Pass 20 Feb 2017 102,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Fail 20 Feb 2017 102,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Pass 23 Feb 2016 88,190 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers loose.

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Fail 22 Feb 2016 88,190 miles

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

Both rear shock absorber dust covers loose.

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Pass 24 Feb 2015 74,794 miles

front subframe rusty,,keep checks,,back box corroded double skin..nsr tyre low tread and perished,,

Fail 24 Feb 2015 74,794 miles

Offside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front subframe rusty,,keep checks,,back box corroded double skin..nsr tyre low tread and perished,,

Pass 18 Feb 2014 60,371 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 60,371 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,538 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 36,982 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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CV09 SYX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CV09 SYX, 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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CV09 SYX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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