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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 78,161 miles on the clock, averaging 5,099 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 DA09 YFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,340 |
| Average per year | 5,099 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DA09 YFW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About DA09 YFW
What car is DA09 YFW?
DA09 YFW is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Chester in 2009.
What is the mileage of DA09 YFW?
The last recorded mileage for DA09 YFW was 78,161 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA09 YFW passed its MOT?
DA09 YFW has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is DA09 YFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA09 YFW 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 DA09 YFW?
DA09 YFW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.