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SD59 LCY

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 50,170 miles on the clock, averaging 7,028 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 SD59 LCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,170
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2013
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading50,170 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD59 LCY 17k26k34k42k50k '13'17'16

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,170 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,170 miles
Since last MOT+10,585 miles
PASS
Mileage39,585 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,582 miles
Since last MOT+2,932 miles
PASS
Mileage36,650 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,650 miles
Since last MOT+6,823 miles
PASS
Mileage29,827 miles
Since last MOT+12,408 miles
PASS
Mileage17,419 miles

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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

RegistrationSD59 LCY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SD59 LCY

What car is SD59 LCY?

SD59 LCY is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SD59 LCY?

The last recorded mileage for SD59 LCY was 50,170 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD59 LCY passed its MOT?

SD59 LCY has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2017.

Is SD59 LCY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD59 LCY 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 SD59 LCY?

SD59 LCY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.