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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 147,895 miles on the clock, averaging 9,113 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 CV59 OPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,895 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,930 |
| Average per year | 9,113 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CV59 OPZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About CV59 OPZ
What car is CV59 OPZ?
CV59 OPZ is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Swansea in 2009.
What is the mileage of CV59 OPZ?
The last recorded mileage for CV59 OPZ was 147,895 miles, recorded on 5 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV59 OPZ passed its MOT?
CV59 OPZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2022.
Is CV59 OPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV59 OPZ 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 CV59 OPZ?
CV59 OPZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.