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DS09 FOT

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

81,464 mi
Last recorded81,464 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 FOT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 81,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge slightly worn + cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All axles, frames, arms + bars corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 81,464 miles

Exhaust system insecure Both front two and rear two exhaust rubbers snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge slightly worn + cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All axles, frames, arms + bars corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 77,397 miles

Centre exhaust clamp corroded

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe + arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 77,397 miles

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

Centre exhaust clamp corroded

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe + arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 70,429 miles

Centre exhaust clamp corroded

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 66,010 miles

Exhaust centre clamp corroded

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 64,332 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

middle exhaust clamp rusty

Pass 30 Nov 2020 62,577 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 62,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2019 60,043 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 53,693 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 53,693 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 48,293 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 48,293 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 May 2016 39,969 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 31,722 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 24,453 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 18,632 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,693 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 FOT is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FOT, 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 FOT registered?

DS09 FOT is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 July 2009.

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