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FE05 TAM

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 97,711 miles on the clock, averaging 3,690 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 FE05 TAM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
97,711
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,690

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading97,711 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,324
Average per year3,690
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE05 TAM 48k61k73k85k98k '12'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,711 miles
Since last MOT+1,324 miles
PASS
Mileage96,387 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,373 miles
Since last MOT+979 miles
PASS
Mileage95,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,394 miles
Since last MOT+863 miles
PASS
Mileage94,531 miles
Since last MOT+2,301 miles
PASS
Mileage92,230 miles
Since last MOT+2,965 miles
PASS
Mileage89,265 miles
Since last MOT+1,883 miles
PASS
Mileage87,382 miles
Since last MOT+4,050 miles
PASS
Mileage83,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,758 miles
PASS
Mileage79,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,574 miles
Since last MOT+3,965 miles
PASS
Mileage75,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,609 miles
Since last MOT+4,978 miles
PASS
Mileage70,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,631 miles
Since last MOT+6,874 miles
PASS
Mileage63,757 miles
Since last MOT+3,019 miles
PASS
Mileage60,738 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,738 miles
Since last MOT+6,067 miles
PASS
Mileage54,671 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,671 miles
Since last MOT+6,219 miles
PASS
Mileage48,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,452 miles

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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

RegistrationFE05 TAM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FE05 TAM

What car is FE05 TAM?

FE05 TAM is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.

What is the mileage of FE05 TAM?

The last recorded mileage for FE05 TAM was 97,711 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE05 TAM passed its MOT?

FE05 TAM has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.

Is FE05 TAM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE05 TAM 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 FE05 TAM?

FE05 TAM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.