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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 66,924 miles on the clock, averaging 5,976 miles per year, below 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 BU59 SVR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,924 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,976 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | BU59 SVR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BU59 SVR
What car is BU59 SVR?
BU59 SVR is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BU59 SVR?
The last recorded mileage for BU59 SVR was 66,924 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU59 SVR passed its MOT?
BU59 SVR has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2014.
Is BU59 SVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU59 SVR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU59 SVR?
BU59 SVR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.