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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 135,251 miles on the clock, averaging 6,011 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 GY59 SKD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,251 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 6,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GY59 SKD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GY59 SKD
What car is GY59 SKD?
GY59 SKD is a white Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GY59 SKD?
The last recorded mileage for GY59 SKD was 135,251 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY59 SKD passed its MOT?
GY59 SKD has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is GY59 SKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY59 SKD 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 GY59 SKD?
GY59 SKD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.