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GU59 RYM

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 Petrol 998cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 115,817 miles on the clock, averaging 8,825 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 GU59 RYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,817
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,825

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,817 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,825
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU59 RYM 16k41k66k91k116k '12'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,817 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,817 miles
Since last MOT+4,428 miles
PASS
Mileage111,389 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,386 miles
Since last MOT+12,909 miles
PASS
Mileage98,477 miles
Since last MOT+18,582 miles
PASS
Mileage79,895 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,895 miles
Since last MOT+15,230 miles
PASS
Mileage64,665 miles
Since last MOT+12,117 miles
PASS
Mileage52,548 miles
Since last MOT+5,652 miles
PASS
Mileage46,896 miles
Since last MOT+5,094 miles
PASS
Mileage41,802 miles
Since last MOT+6,805 miles
PASS
Mileage34,997 miles
Since last MOT+7,397 miles
PASS
Mileage27,600 miles
Since last MOT+7,399 miles
PASS
Mileage20,201 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,197 miles
Since last MOT+4,263 miles
PASS
Mileage15,934 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

RegistrationGU59 RYM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About GU59 RYM

What car is GU59 RYM?

GU59 RYM is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.

What is the mileage of GU59 RYM?

The last recorded mileage for GU59 RYM was 115,817 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU59 RYM passed its MOT?

GU59 RYM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2024.

Is GU59 RYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU59 RYM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is GU59 RYM?

GU59 RYM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.