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BU59 YDZ

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 70,596 miles on the clock, averaging 4,486 miles per year, well 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 YDZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,596
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,486

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,596 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,486
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BU59 YDZ 20k33k45k58k71k '12'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,596 miles
Since last MOT+5,220 miles
PASS
Mileage65,376 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,322 miles
Since last MOT+5,479 miles
PASS
Mileage59,843 miles
Since last MOT+11,307 miles
PASS
Mileage48,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,606 miles
PASS
Mileage42,930 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,921 miles
Since last MOT+6,670 miles
PASS
Mileage36,251 miles
Since last MOT+6,464 miles
PASS
Mileage29,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,317 miles
PASS
Mileage25,470 miles
Since last MOT+5,580 miles
PASS
Mileage19,890 miles

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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

RegistrationBU59 YDZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About BU59 YDZ

What car is BU59 YDZ?

BU59 YDZ is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.

What is the mileage of BU59 YDZ?

The last recorded mileage for BU59 YDZ was 70,596 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU59 YDZ passed its MOT?

BU59 YDZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2023.

Is BU59 YDZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU59 YDZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is BU59 YDZ?

BU59 YDZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.