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DS09 FDL

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

103,902 mi
Last recorded103,902 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 FDL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 103,902 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 103,902 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2018 101,913 miles

Offside Front Upper macpherson strut top mounting slight movement

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 101,913 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper macpherson strut top mounting slight movement

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 100,342 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 100,342 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 95,505 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 84,673 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 84,673 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2014 76,571 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 76,571 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 65,106 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2013 65,106 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2012 54,173 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 54,173 miles

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

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 FDL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 DS09 FDL, 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 FDL registered?

DS09 FDL is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is DS09 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 FDL shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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