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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 145,835 miles on the clock, averaging 8,019 miles per year, around 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 DS09 LXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,835 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,390 |
| Average per year | 8,019 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DS09 LXT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About DS09 LXT
What car is DS09 LXT?
DS09 LXT is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2009.
What is the mileage of DS09 LXT?
The last recorded mileage for DS09 LXT was 145,835 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS09 LXT passed its MOT?
DS09 LXT has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2023.
Is DS09 LXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS09 LXT 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 DS09 LXT?
DS09 LXT is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.