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PN59 RCU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

White Registered in Preston, Preston · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourWhite
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 87,013 miles on the clock, averaging 6,854 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 PN59 RCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,013
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2012
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,854

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,013 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,401
Average per year6,854
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PN59 RCU 34k47k60k74k87k '12'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,013 miles
Since last MOT+3,401 miles
PASS
Mileage83,612 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,587 miles
Since last MOT+3,753 miles
PASS
Mileage79,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,270 miles
PASS
Mileage73,564 miles
Since last MOT+8,819 miles
PASS
Mileage64,745 miles
Since last MOT+8,861 miles
PASS
Mileage55,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,884 miles
Since last MOT+7,052 miles
PASS
Mileage48,832 miles
Since last MOT+7,540 miles
PASS
Mileage41,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,292 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
PASS
Mileage33,705 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

RegistrationPN59 RCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codePN — Preston, Preston
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About PN59 RCU

What car is PN59 RCU?

PN59 RCU is a white Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.

What is the mileage of PN59 RCU?

The last recorded mileage for PN59 RCU was 87,013 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PN59 RCU passed its MOT?

PN59 RCU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2020.

Is PN59 RCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN59 RCU 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 PN59 RCU?

PN59 RCU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.