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DS09 BYO

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,620 mi
Last recorded115,620 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 BYO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 115,620 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 105,672 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 97,590 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 87,409 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2013 59,179 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 57,442 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 57,442 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 36,944 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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DS09 BYO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DS09 BYO, 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 DS09 BYO registered?

DS09 BYO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 August 2009.

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