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DG09 JLU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,729 mi
Last recorded128,729 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 JLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 128,729 miles

Brake fluid level low

Slight corrosion to both rear coil springs

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2019 128,729 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid level low

Slight corrosion to both rear coil springs

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2018 112,195 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Offside front fog lamp loose.

Offside rear and nearside rear seat belts slow to retract fully.

Slight knock from steering. Advise further investigation.

Slight to moderate play in offside front strut top mounting.

Fail 12 Apr 2018 112,195 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front fog lamp loose.

Offside rear and nearside rear seat belts slow to retract fully.

Slight knock from steering. Advise further investigation.

Slight to moderate play in offside front strut top mounting.

Pass 10 Apr 2017 96,234 miles

Covers impede parts of inspection

Knocking noise from steering rack

Oil leak from engine

Pass 11 Apr 2016 81,501 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fail 11 Apr 2016 81,501 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 71,062 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 71,024 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,738 miles

n/s/r shock cover hanging loose

Pass 9 Apr 2013 51,547 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 41,523 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 JLU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc 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 DG09 JLU, 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 DG09 JLU registered?

DG09 JLU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 24 March 2009.

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