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DK59 VWJ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,180 mi
Last recorded52,180 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 52,180 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + bushes perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + bushes perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 50,582 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 50,582 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 48,600 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 48,600 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 43,512 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 40,497 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 40,497 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 38,076 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 36,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 35,122 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 33,285 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 31,111 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 31,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 28,479 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 26,038 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,499 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 21,872 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 18,524 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 VWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VWJ, 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 VWJ registered?

DK59 VWJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 8 October 2009.

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