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SH59 KRU

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 78,809 miles on the clock, averaging 6,135 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 KRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,809
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2012
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,135

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 reading78,809 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,432
Average per year6,135
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 KRU 35k46k57k68k79k '12'19'16

Check SH59 KRU

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,809 miles
Since last MOT+2,432 miles
PASS
Mileage76,377 miles
Since last MOT+2,297 miles
PASS
Mileage74,080 miles
Since last MOT+3,109 miles
PASS
Mileage70,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,971 miles
Since last MOT+7,052 miles
PASS
Mileage63,919 miles
Since last MOT+7,417 miles
PASS
Mileage56,502 miles
Since last MOT+10,131 miles
PASS
Mileage46,371 miles
Since last MOT+11,281 miles
PASS
Mileage35,090 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 KRU
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 KRU

What car is SH59 KRU?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 KRU?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 KRU was 78,809 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 KRU passed its MOT?

SH59 KRU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Dec 2019.

Is SH59 KRU ULEZ compliant?

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

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