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DG09 XVU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,164 mi
Last recorded89,164 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 XVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 89,164 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 85,352 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 83,261 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 81,800 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 81,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2019 73,115 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 54,766 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 54,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 39,996 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 34,986 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,243 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 25,205 miles

brake check(unable to completely view brakes on test).

osr reverse light inop,slight exhaust blow-centre pipe to backbox,eml on.

Fail 2 Apr 2014 25,205 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake check(unable to completely view brakes on test).

osr reverse light inop,slight exhaust blow-centre pipe to backbox,eml on.

Pass 22 Apr 2013 18,706 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,381 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 XVU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XVU, 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 XVU registered?

DG09 XVU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is DG09 XVU safe to buy?

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