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DK09 VLB

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,822 mi
Last recorded89,822 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 VLB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 89,822 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 81,506 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 81,506 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 29 Mar 2021 73,074 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 65,414 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 61,400 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 61,394 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 May 2018 60,548 miles

engine light on dash

n/s/f tyre worn low on edges

nail in o/s/f tyre and tread low on edges

Pass 28 Apr 2017 59,609 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 58,060 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

n/s/f brake pad wearing low

wipers are streaky

Pass 11 May 2015 52,215 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 39,107 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges just legal

o/s/f tyre worn on both edges just legal

Fail 28 Mar 2014 38,964 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges just legal

o/s/f tyre worn on both edges just legal

Pass 8 Apr 2013 22,599 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 22,599 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 14,119 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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DK09 VLB is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK09 VLB, 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 DK09 VLB registered?

DK09 VLB is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 20 May 2009.

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