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DS09 SVK

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

105,197 mi
Last recorded105,197 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 SVK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 105,197 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

evidence of engine / G-box oil leaks

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover split

surface corrosion front discs

Pass 30 Jul 2019 91,137 miles

Nearside Front Inner Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2019 90,525 miles

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

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 82,413 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 80,501 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 80,463 miles

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 78,512 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 74,540 miles

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

under car heavily coated in oil

Fail 23 Jul 2015 74,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

under car heavily coated in oil

Pass 24 Jul 2014 63,642 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 54,463 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jul 2013 54,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2012 47,061 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 47,061 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

very small stonechip n/s of screen

rear wiper smearing

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 SVK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SVK, 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 SVK registered?

DS09 SVK is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 19 August 2009.

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