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DN09 XHV

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,669 mi
Last recorded98,669 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 XHV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 98,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15T (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 90,310 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 90,275 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 83,481 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 83,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 76,599 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 65,696 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 51,924 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 51,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 30 Jul 2012 39,196 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2012 39,196 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XHV is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XHV, 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 XHV registered?

DN09 XHV is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is DN09 XHV safe to buy?

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