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DK59 UHA

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,861 mi
Last recorded76,861 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 UHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 76,861 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside headlight wobbles but still secure

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 68,234 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside headlight wobbles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 64,495 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil . (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside headlight wobbles but still secure

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil . (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

bonnet catch area slightly distorted

no engine oil on dipstick topped up by 1 liter

Pass 26 Aug 2021 60,608 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 60,595 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2020 55,924 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 55,924 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 51,157 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2019 51,157 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 45,099 miles

slight knocking from steering , suspect UJ

Pass 25 Oct 2017 39,019 miles

front tyres and n/s rear tyre perishing

Pass 25 Oct 2016 36,671 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb going white in colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb going white in colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 33,633 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 28,077 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2014 23,590 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 16,220 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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DK59 UHA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DK59 UHA, 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 DK59 UHA registered?

DK59 UHA is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 September 2009.

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