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DS09 VNC

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,383 mi
Last recorded91,383 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 VNC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 91,383 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened requires to replace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Size 185.70.R 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Lower Headlamp bracket loose

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear suspension system corroded & rusty

Steering system corroded & rusty

Fail 9 Aug 2024 91,381 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened requires to replace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Size 185.70.R 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Lower Headlamp bracket loose

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear suspension system corroded & rusty

Steering system corroded & rusty

Pass 7 Aug 2023 88,070 miles

All round suspension system corroded & rusty

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Headlamp bracket loose

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Size 185.70.R 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Steering system corroded & rusty

Pass 15 Aug 2022 85,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlight bracket loose

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has reserve travel

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust shield loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (Size 185.70.R 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 83,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake lever has reserve travel

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (Size 185.70.R 14) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 77,005 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer box heat shield loose

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 77,005 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer box heat shield loose

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 74,637 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 74,636 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 70,515 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 65,275 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 59,668 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 54,374 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 49,204 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 42,515 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 35,145 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 VNC is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VNC, 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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DS09 VNC is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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