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DU09 YCX

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,564 mi
Last recorded77,564 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 YCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 77,564 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Not repairable

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2025 77,564 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Not repairable

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 73,458 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

general corrosion underneath/exhaust/suspension

Pass 17 Jan 2024 70,491 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 67,051 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 64,369 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 60,588 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 57,053 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 54,507 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 51,441 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 48,567 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 45,569 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 42,330 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 39,292 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 36,166 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 32,334 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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DU09 YCX 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 93.8%.

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 DU09 YCX, 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 DU09 YCX registered?

DU09 YCX is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DU09 YCX safe to buy?

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