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SH59 RHJ

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 97,560 miles on the clock, averaging 10,823 miles per year, above 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 RHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,560
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2012
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,823

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading97,560 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,747
Average per year10,823
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH59 RHJ 25k43k61k79k98k '12'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,560 miles
Since last MOT+10,747 miles
PASS
Mileage86,813 miles
Since last MOT+12,586 miles
PASS
Mileage74,227 miles
Since last MOT+10,416 miles
PASS
Mileage63,811 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,809 miles
Since last MOT+8,516 miles
PASS
Mileage55,293 miles
Since last MOT+8,002 miles
PASS
Mileage47,291 miles
Since last MOT+11,572 miles
PASS
Mileage35,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,719 miles
Since last MOT+11,170 miles
PASS
Mileage24,549 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 RHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 RHJ

What car is SH59 RHJ?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 RHJ?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 RHJ was 97,560 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 RHJ passed its MOT?

SH59 RHJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2019.

Is SH59 RHJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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