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At a glance
This 2010 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 127,453 miles on the clock, averaging 9,191 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BT59 MWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2006–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric power steering (EPS) failure
Electric power steering motor or column module fails, often due to water ingress or worn sensors in the steering rack/column. · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new rack/module + labour at indie garage; estimated).
Parking brake (handbrake) failure
Handbrake cable stretches/loosens, rivets on lever come adrift, or mounting clips fail; wrong-spec cables on early builds. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (new cable/lever adjust + labour; estimated).
Central locking/electrical gremlins (door locks & body electrics)
Deadlock actuators or wiring in doors fail (water ingress common); affects all doors/boot. · Typical repair: £100-£250 per door (actuator + labour; estimated).
Rear wheel bearing wear
Water enters rear wheel bearings via poor seals, causing premature failure. · Typical repair: £120-£250 per side (bearing + labour; estimated).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT59 MWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BT59 MWJ
What car is BT59 MWJ?
BT59 MWJ is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2010.
What is the mileage of BT59 MWJ?
The last recorded mileage for BT59 MWJ was 127,453 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT59 MWJ passed its MOT?
BT59 MWJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.
Is BT59 MWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT59 MWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BT59 MWJ?
BT59 MWJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.