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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 151,326 miles on the clock, averaging 10,039 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 GU09 DRO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GU09 DRO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GU09 DRO
What car is GU09 DRO?
GU09 DRO is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GU09 DRO?
The last recorded mileage for GU09 DRO was 151,326 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU09 DRO passed its MOT?
GU09 DRO has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2020.
Is GU09 DRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU09 DRO 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 GU09 DRO?
GU09 DRO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.