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CV59 CYO

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

131,934 mi
Last recorded131,934 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 CYO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 131,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 124,636 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 124,623 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 120,052 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut and starting to perish and crack slightly (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven , advise regular checks possible replacement .

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing os and ns rear covers insecure (5.3.2 (b))

signs of filler in os outer sill seat belt anchorage prescribed area

Fail 28 Jan 2022 119,992 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven , advise regular checks possible replacement .

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing os and ns rear covers insecure (5.3.2 (b))

signs of filler in os outer sill seat belt anchorage prescribed area

Pass 1 Feb 2021 112,863 miles

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

front number plate damaged

Fail 28 Jan 2021 112,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions fitted wrong way round (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions fitted wrong way round (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2020 111,464 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 104,658 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 104,658 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 97,195 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 97,195 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 87,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn slick on inside edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 77,814 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 77,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 69,056 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 62,995 miles

damage os outer sill

Pass 5 Sep 2013 40,800 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 40,800 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 21,700 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 28 Sep 2012 21,700 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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CV59 CYO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 CV59 CYO, 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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CV59 CYO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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