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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 134,073 miles on the clock, averaging 8,118 miles per year, around 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 RF09 AKY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,073 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,610 |
| Average per year | 8,118 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RF09 AKY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RF09 AKY
What car is RF09 AKY?
RF09 AKY is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RF09 AKY?
The last recorded mileage for RF09 AKY was 134,073 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF09 AKY passed its MOT?
RF09 AKY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2024.
Is RF09 AKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF09 AKY 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 RF09 AKY?
RF09 AKY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.