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SH59 GZP

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 85,227 miles on the clock, averaging 4,115 miles per year, well 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 SH59 GZP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,227
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2012
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,115

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

Low mileage
Latest reading85,227 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,856
Average per year4,115
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 GZP 31k45k58k72k85k '12'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,227 miles
Since last MOT+1,856 miles
PASS
Mileage83,371 miles
Since last MOT+1,496 miles
PASS
Mileage81,875 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,873 miles
Since last MOT+1,753 miles
PASS
Mileage80,120 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,119 miles
Since last MOT+1,066 miles
PASS
Mileage79,053 miles
Since last MOT+5,052 miles
PASS
Mileage74,001 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage71,040 miles
Since last MOT+2,140 miles
PASS
Mileage68,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,800 miles
PASS
Mileage65,100 miles
Since last MOT+3,884 miles
PASS
Mileage61,216 miles
Since last MOT+3,693 miles
PASS
Mileage57,523 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage51,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,560 miles
Since last MOT+10,544 miles
PASS
Mileage41,016 miles
Since last MOT+10,025 miles
PASS
Mileage30,991 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

RegistrationSH59 GZP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 GZP

What car is SH59 GZP?

SH59 GZP is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SH59 GZP?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 GZP was 85,227 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 GZP passed its MOT?

SH59 GZP has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.

Is SH59 GZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH59 GZP 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 SH59 GZP?

SH59 GZP is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.