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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 101,828 miles on the clock, averaging 6,569 miles per year, 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 EX59 RSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,569 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EX59 RSU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About EX59 RSU
What car is EX59 RSU?
EX59 RSU is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EX59 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for EX59 RSU was 101,828 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX59 RSU passed its MOT?
EX59 RSU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2023.
Is EX59 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX59 RSU 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 EX59 RSU?
EX59 RSU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.