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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 148,928 miles on the clock, averaging 10,557 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 DY59 UPJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DY59 UPJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About DY59 UPJ
What car is DY59 UPJ?
DY59 UPJ is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2009.
What is the mileage of DY59 UPJ?
The last recorded mileage for DY59 UPJ was 148,928 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY59 UPJ passed its MOT?
DY59 UPJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2023.
Is DY59 UPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY59 UPJ 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 DY59 UPJ?
DY59 UPJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.