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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 158,799 miles on the clock, averaging 20,328 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 DV09 LYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,435 |
| Average per year | 20,328 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | DV09 LYJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About DV09 LYJ
What car is DV09 LYJ?
DV09 LYJ is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2009.
What is the mileage of DV09 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for DV09 LYJ was 158,799 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV09 LYJ passed its MOT?
DV09 LYJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2019.
Is DV09 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV09 LYJ 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 DV09 LYJ?
DV09 LYJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.