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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 86,382 miles on the clock, averaging 5,745 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 PY09 LAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 5,745 |
| 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 | PY09 LAO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About PY09 LAO
What car is PY09 LAO?
PY09 LAO is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2009.
What is the mileage of PY09 LAO?
The last recorded mileage for PY09 LAO was 86,382 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY09 LAO passed its MOT?
PY09 LAO has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2025.
Is PY09 LAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY09 LAO 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 PY09 LAO?
PY09 LAO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.