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DN09 VYU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,268 mi
Last recorded87,268 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 VYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 87,268 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 79,651 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 76,673 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2022 70,010 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides, (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 70,010 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides, (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 62,997 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 54,871 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,030 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 46,003 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 45,997 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 41,773 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 36,530 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 36,530 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,545 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,355 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 23,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side front wiper blade spliting

Pass 25 Jun 2012 18,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 18,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DN09 VYU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DN09 VYU, 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 DN09 VYU registered?

DN09 VYU is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 June 2009.

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