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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 118,893 miles on the clock, averaging 11,532 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 DK59 YFR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,767 |
| Average per year | 11,532 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | DK59 YFR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About DK59 YFR
What car is DK59 YFR?
DK59 YFR is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chester in 2009.
What is the mileage of DK59 YFR?
The last recorded mileage for DK59 YFR was 118,893 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK59 YFR passed its MOT?
DK59 YFR has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2020.
Is DK59 YFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK59 YFR 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 DK59 YFR?
DK59 YFR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.