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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 100,657 miles on the clock, averaging 6,317 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 RK09 BYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,317 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RK09 BYW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 BYW
What car is RK09 BYW?
RK09 BYW is an gold Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 BYW?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 BYW was 100,657 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 BYW passed its MOT?
RK09 BYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2024.
Is RK09 BYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 BYW 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 RK09 BYW?
RK09 BYW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.