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DU59 SXR

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,938 mi
Last recorded108,938 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 SXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 108,938 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 108,895 miles

Exhaust system insecure FRONT FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 101,430 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 93,297 miles

slight play in 2 top suspension bushes (front)

Pass 17 Aug 2020 90,113 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 90,113 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 85,022 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 81,305 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks from engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light oil misting / still damping at time of test / recommend replacement . (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 81,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases blowing at rear box joint sleeve damaged . (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible plastic broken . (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light oil misting / still damping at time of test / recommend replacement . (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks from engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 76,929 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 70,954 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 65,380 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 57,579 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 48,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 38,772 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 SXR is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SXR, 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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DU59 SXR is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 2 September 2009.

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