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DG09 ETK

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,050 mi
Last recorded50,050 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 ETK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 50,050 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 42,951 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 35,873 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 34,799 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrision (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 33,107 miles

Exhaust back box

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 31,072 miles

surface corrosion to front subframe

surface corrosion to rear shocker bodys

Pass 30 May 2019 28,602 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 26,706 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 24 May 2018 26,706 miles

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire front and rear (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear tyres cracking

Pass 23 May 2017 25,003 miles

rear tyres cracking.

Pass 2 Jun 2016 23,404 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 21,536 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,755 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,318 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 11,972 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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DG09 ETK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DG09 ETK, 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 DG09 ETK registered?

DG09 ETK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 17 August 2009.

Is DG09 ETK safe to buy?

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