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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 174,343 miles on the clock, averaging 16,327 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 OU09 CMY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,031 |
| Average per year | 16,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | OU09 CMY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About OU09 CMY
What car is OU09 CMY?
OU09 CMY is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2009.
What is the mileage of OU09 CMY?
The last recorded mileage for OU09 CMY was 174,343 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU09 CMY passed its MOT?
OU09 CMY has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2020.
Is OU09 CMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU09 CMY 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 OU09 CMY?
OU09 CMY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.