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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 118,751 miles on the clock, averaging 7,597 miles per year, around 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 GK09 UAL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,597 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GK09 UAL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GK09 UAL
What car is GK09 UAL?
GK09 UAL is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK09 UAL?
The last recorded mileage for GK09 UAL was 118,751 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK09 UAL passed its MOT?
GK09 UAL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2024.
Is GK09 UAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK09 UAL 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 GK09 UAL?
GK09 UAL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.