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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1199cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 208,625 miles on the clock, averaging 22,686 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 EX09 BYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 22,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | EX09 BYL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EX09 BYL
What car is EX09 BYL?
EX09 BYL is an white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EX09 BYL?
The last recorded mileage for EX09 BYL was 208,625 miles, recorded on 6 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX09 BYL passed its MOT?
EX09 BYL has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2019.
Is EX09 BYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX09 BYL 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 EX09 BYL?
EX09 BYL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.