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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1364cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 162,554 miles on the clock, averaging 12,489 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 RV59 LYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 12,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RV59 LYS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RV59 LYS
What car is RV59 LYS?
RV59 LYS is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1364cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RV59 LYS?
The last recorded mileage for RV59 LYS was 162,554 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV59 LYS passed its MOT?
RV59 LYS has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2023.
Is RV59 LYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV59 LYS 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 RV59 LYS?
RV59 LYS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.