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SH59 SVU

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 78,125 miles on the clock, averaging 4,939 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 SVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,125
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2012
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,939

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 reading78,125 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,653
Average per year4,939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 SVU 14k30k46k62k78k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,125 miles
Since last MOT+7,653 miles
PASS
Mileage70,472 miles
Since last MOT+4,188 miles
PASS
Mileage66,284 miles
Since last MOT+15,155 miles
PASS
Mileage51,129 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,105 miles
Since last MOT+9,588 miles
PASS
Mileage41,517 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,517 miles
Since last MOT+2,002 miles
PASS
Mileage39,515 miles
Since last MOT+3,063 miles
PASS
Mileage36,452 miles
Since last MOT+1,544 miles
PASS
Mileage34,908 miles
Since last MOT+3,720 miles
PASS
Mileage31,188 miles
Since last MOT+2,040 miles
PASS
Mileage29,148 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,053 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage24,550 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage20,395 miles
Since last MOT+2,898 miles
PASS
Mileage17,497 miles
Since last MOT+3,164 miles
PASS
Mileage14,333 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 SVU
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 SVU

What car is SH59 SVU?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 SVU?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 SVU was 78,125 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 SVU passed its MOT?

SH59 SVU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.

Is SH59 SVU ULEZ compliant?

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

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