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DA09 VPJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,633 mi
Last recorded73,633 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 VPJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 73,633 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 68,691 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 64,991 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 64,991 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 60,369 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 54,752 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack slightly

nearside front seat belt starting to fluff at top when fully pulled out

nearside rear shocker dust cover inscure

Pass 28 Jul 2014 49,741 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 49,741 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 45,391 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 45,391 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 40,430 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 40,430 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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DA09 VPJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DA09 VPJ, 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 DA09 VPJ registered?

DA09 VPJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is DA09 VPJ safe to buy?

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