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CY09 FWJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

76,606 mi
Last recorded76,606 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY09 FWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 76,606 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 67,361 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2025 67,361 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged flexi hose out of support clip (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2024 57,999 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 57,999 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 May 2024 57,994 miles

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 49,039 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 40,029 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 40,024 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail both sides (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2021 28,639 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2020 24,014 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2019 21,077 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 21,055 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 18,933 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,094 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 15,270 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,934 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 13,920 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 12,169 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 10,236 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 10,194 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 8,851 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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CY09 FWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 CY09 FWJ, 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 CY09 FWJ registered?

CY09 FWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is CY09 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY09 FWJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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