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CY59 EFA

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,945 mi
Last recorded90,945 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY59 EFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 90,945 miles

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

Front oil leaks

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

Fail 10 Feb 2026 90,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working bulb out (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front oil leaks

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 83,565 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2024 83,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 79,526 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 79,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 75,700 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 71,416 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 69,101 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 65,199 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 56,376 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 54,365 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 54,219 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 46,357 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 39,060 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 28,280 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 17,363 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,378 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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CY59 EFA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CY59 EFA, 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 CY59 EFA registered?

CY59 EFA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 25 November 2009.

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