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DN09 XYL

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

96,962 mi
Last recorded96,962 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 XYL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 96,962 miles

Front subframe corroded

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 96,962 miles

Front subframe corroded

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour Both flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Front blades badly torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 93,196 miles

Exhaust back box internal visible / sticking out of tailpipe

Front subframe swollen / corroded

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 93,196 miles

Exhaust back box internal visible / sticking out of tailpipe

Front subframe swollen / corroded

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face very poor (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 89,426 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 85,543 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 85,543 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 82,209 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 82,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre out of shape and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 79,176 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 79,161 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (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))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 74,440 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 74,440 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 68,181 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2017 55,440 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 55,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2016 46,647 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 39,415 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 39,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2014 32,219 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 32,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 26,011 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 26,011 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,467 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)

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 XYL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 XYL, 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 DN09 XYL registered?

DN09 XYL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 2 July 2009.

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