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CV09 WMU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,131 mi
Last recorded31,131 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV09 WMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 31,131 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2025 30,945 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 30,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower arm front mounting prescribed area (sub frame) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top mounting slight play

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower arm front mounting prescribed area (sub frame) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 28,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2022 26,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre 13 years old

Pass 26 Jun 2021 25,287 miles

Offside Rear Tyre 12 years old (2009)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 25,287 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre 12 years old (2009)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 24,376 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Jul 2020 24,376 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,728 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,948 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 19,108 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 17,255 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 17,255 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 14,772 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 12,071 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 10,062 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 10,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,299 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 WMU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CV09 WMU, 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 CV09 WMU registered?

CV09 WMU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 16 April 2009.

Is CV09 WMU safe to buy?

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