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DS09 FAO

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,673 mi
Last recorded110,673 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 FAO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 110,673 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 110,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 106,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRORED (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 103,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front suspension components corroded

o/s rear fuel tank strap corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2022 103,029 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front suspension components corroded

n/s and o/s rear shock absorber casings missing / insecure

o/s rear fuel tank strap corroded

Fail 8 Dec 2022 103,029 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front suspension components corroded

n/s and o/s rear shock absorber casings missing / insecure

o/s rear fuel tank strap corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2021 101,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 97,291 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 97,290 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 94,291 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 86,392 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2018 86,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 78,318 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 72,823 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 66,248 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 56,457 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 51,178 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 45,642 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 FAO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver 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 DS09 FAO, 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 FAO registered?

DS09 FAO is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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