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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 88,545 miles on the clock, averaging 7,126 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 ME53 VON
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,545 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,126 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | ME53 VON |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ME — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ME53 VON
What car is ME53 VON?
ME53 VON is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of ME53 VON?
The last recorded mileage for ME53 VON was 88,545 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ME53 VON passed its MOT?
ME53 VON has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2021.
Is ME53 VON ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ME53 VON 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 ME53 VON?
ME53 VON is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.