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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 165,406 miles on the clock, averaging 14,175 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 DG09 EMJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 14,175 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DG09 EMJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About DG09 EMJ
What car is DG09 EMJ?
DG09 EMJ is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2009.
What is the mileage of DG09 EMJ?
The last recorded mileage for DG09 EMJ was 165,406 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG09 EMJ passed its MOT?
DG09 EMJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2021.
Is DG09 EMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG09 EMJ 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 DG09 EMJ?
DG09 EMJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.