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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 172,468 miles on the clock, averaging 11,228 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 RE59 BHY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 11,228 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RE59 BHY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RE59 BHY
What car is RE59 BHY?
RE59 BHY is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE59 BHY?
The last recorded mileage for RE59 BHY was 172,468 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE59 BHY passed its MOT?
RE59 BHY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2020.
Is RE59 BHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE59 BHY 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 RE59 BHY?
RE59 BHY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.