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DK59 ULE

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,718 mi
Last recorded53,718 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 ULE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 53,718 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 50,930 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 48,357 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 46,329 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 44,604 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor leak from rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,675 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 40,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 37,997 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,307 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 35,307 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 32,385 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 29,116 miles

nail in tyre,o/s/r

Pass 7 Aug 2015 24,666 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 24,666 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 21,638 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,085 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 14,358 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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DK59 ULE is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ULE, 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 DK59 ULE registered?

DK59 ULE is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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