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DS09 SLZ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,974 mi
Last recorded95,974 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 95,974 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))

exhuast system corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2022 95,972 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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))

exhuast system corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2020 84,771 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 84,770 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 81,089 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust corroded

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 81,071 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 81,071 miles

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2017 80,851 miles

Rear both rear tyres perishing

Pass 1 Feb 2016 76,445 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 69,702 miles

breather pipe from rocker cover to air intake pipe split.

Fail 6 Dec 2013 64,528 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 64,528 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 57,532 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 SLZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SLZ, 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 SLZ registered?

DS09 SLZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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