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DA59 YYJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

18,721 mi
Last recorded18,721 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 YYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 18,721 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 11,397 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 11,397 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 6,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre is cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre is cracking

Offside Front Tyre is cracking

Offside Rear Tyre is cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2022 6,013 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 6,012 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 5,727 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside wiper blade

Fail 25 Nov 2021 5,727 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside wiper blade

Pass 24 Nov 2020 5,641 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 5,617 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 5,406 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 5,216 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 5,216 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 4,731 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 4,208 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 3,640 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 2,962 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 2,962 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 2,236 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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DA59 YYJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 DA59 YYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA59 YYJ registered?

DA59 YYJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is DA59 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA59 YYJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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