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DS09 VGP

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

79,414 mi
Last recorded79,414 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 VGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 79,414 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 74,226 miles

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both front shocker top mountings slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 74,225 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both front shocker top mountings slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 68,743 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 64,279 miles
Pass 3 May 2015 53,769 miles

Slight play in osr bearing.

Fail 26 Apr 2015 53,744 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight play in osr bearing.

Fail 14 Apr 2014 44,747 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wiper blades showing wear coming due for replacement

front brake disks scowered and worn

Pass 14 Apr 2014 44,747 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wiper blades showing wear coming due for replacement

front brake disks scowered and worn

Pass 6 Aug 2012 34,034 miles

Oil leak

advise front wiper linkage worn but still clearing the screen.

Fail 31 Jul 2012 33,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

advise front wiper linkage worn but still clearing the screen.

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 VGP is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VGP, 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 VGP registered?

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

Is DS09 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 VGP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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