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DS09 PFX

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,266 mi
Last recorded91,266 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 PFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 91,266 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides tyres start to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 85,477 miles

Offside Rear Shocker rusty

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 79,647 miles

Oil light illuminates (oil level is ok)

Fail 1 Sep 2023 79,647 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil light illuminates (oil level is ok)

Pass 2 Sep 2022 67,629 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 67,629 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2021 60,635 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 58,458 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 55,105 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 49,792 miles

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))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,889 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 109,440 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,121 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 29,544 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 26,436 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,244 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 PFX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PFX, 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 PFX registered?

DS09 PFX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 22 July 2009.

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