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DS09 GNZ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Gold Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

95,483 mi
Last recorded95,483 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 GNZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 95,483 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 95,483 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 88,279 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 84,945 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 83,576 miles

Coolant leak

Front exhaust flexi pipe slightly deterioated

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 83,576 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

Front exhaust flexi pipe slightly deterioated

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 77,988 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 77,988 miles

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 73,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 69,041 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 69,039 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 60,757 miles

Offside Front headlamp bracket broken but headlamp still secure

Pass 27 Sep 2017 54,016 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 45,040 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 37,562 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 37,376 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 27,981 miles

nsf tyre worn on edges

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 27,981 miles

osf tyre worn on inner edge

nsf tyre worn on edges

Pass 3 Oct 2013 17,521 miles

n/s/r seatbelt not retracting

Pass 5 Oct 2012 6,374 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 5,842 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 5,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Unable to adjust nearside headlight. Adjuster inoperative.

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 GNZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Gold with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GNZ, 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 DS09 GNZ registered?

DS09 GNZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 6 August 2009.

Is DS09 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 GNZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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