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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 129,569 miles on the clock, averaging 3,196 miles per year, well below 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 EF09 SMO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 129,569 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,132 |
| Average per year | 3,196 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EF09 SMO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EF09 SMO
What car is EF09 SMO?
EF09 SMO is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EF09 SMO?
The last recorded mileage for EF09 SMO was 129,569 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF09 SMO passed its MOT?
EF09 SMO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2022.
Is EF09 SMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF09 SMO 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 EF09 SMO?
EF09 SMO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.