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SH59 KOU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 99,222 miles on the clock, averaging 6,310 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 SH59 KOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,222
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2012
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,310

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 reading99,222 miles
Reading date
Miles last year848
Average per year6,310
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 KOU 32k49k66k83k99k '12'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage99,222 miles
Since last MOT+848 miles
PASS
Mileage98,374 miles
Since last MOT+3,598 miles
PASS
Mileage94,776 miles
Since last MOT+10,928 miles
PASS
Mileage83,848 miles
Since last MOT+232 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,616 miles
Since last MOT+14,917 miles
PASS
Mileage68,699 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,689 miles
Since last MOT+7,068 miles
PASS
Mileage61,621 miles
Since last MOT+6,423 miles
PASS
Mileage55,198 miles
Since last MOT+4,776 miles
PASS
Mileage50,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,422 miles
Since last MOT+5,709 miles
PASS
Mileage44,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,713 miles
Since last MOT+6,744 miles
PASS
Mileage37,969 miles
Since last MOT+5,555 miles
PASS
Mileage32,414 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 KOU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 KOU

What car is SH59 KOU?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 KOU?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 KOU was 99,222 miles, recorded on 4 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 KOU passed its MOT?

SH59 KOU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 4 May 2023.

Is SH59 KOU ULEZ compliant?

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

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