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DU59 GKZ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

82,518 mi
Last recorded82,518 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 GKZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 82,518 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 78,731 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 74,887 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 66,865 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 62,850 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 57,851 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 57,851 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2019 52,601 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 48,815 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

corrosion to underside components

Fail 30 Mar 2018 48,815 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

corrosion to underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2017 43,025 miles

both rear shock absorber casings are corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2017 43,025 miles

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

both rear shock absorber casings are corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2016 37,506 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 37,506 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 31,957 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 29,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,508 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 24,583 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 21,056 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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DU59 GKZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DU59 GKZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU59 GKZ registered?

DU59 GKZ is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DU59 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU59 GKZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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