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SH59 GZS

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 128,795 miles on the clock, averaging 8,366 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 SH59 GZS

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,795
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,366

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,795 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,297
Average per year8,366
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 GZS 37k60k83k106k129k '12'23'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,795 miles
Since last MOT+6,297 miles
PASS
Mileage122,498 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,420 miles
Since last MOT+6,341 miles
PASS
Mileage116,079 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,066 miles
Since last MOT+3,167 miles
PASS
Mileage112,899 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,893 miles
Since last MOT+9,941 miles
PASS
Mileage102,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,952 miles
Since last MOT+4,678 miles
PASS
Mileage98,274 miles
Since last MOT+8,405 miles
PASS
Mileage89,869 miles
Since last MOT+10,821 miles
PASS
Mileage79,048 miles
Since last MOT+11,722 miles
PASS
Mileage67,326 miles
Since last MOT+10,937 miles
PASS
Mileage56,389 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage47,748 miles
Since last MOT+11,016 miles
PASS
Mileage36,732 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 GZS
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 GZS

What car is SH59 GZS?

SH59 GZS is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SH59 GZS?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 GZS was 128,795 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 GZS passed its MOT?

SH59 GZS has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2023.

Is SH59 GZS ULEZ compliant?

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

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