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SH59 SVY

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 51,532 miles on the clock, averaging 3,926 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 SVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,532
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2012
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,926

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,532 miles
Reading date
Miles last year92
Average per year3,926
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 SVY 12k22k32k42k52k '12'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,532 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
PASS
Mileage51,440 miles
Since last MOT+814 miles
PASS
Mileage50,626 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,607 miles
Since last MOT+7,519 miles
PASS
Mileage43,088 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,067 miles
Since last MOT+11,728 miles
PASS
Mileage31,339 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,337 miles
Since last MOT+4,947 miles
PASS
Mileage26,390 miles
Since last MOT+5,094 miles
PASS
Mileage21,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,931 miles
PASS
Mileage16,365 miles
Since last MOT+4,684 miles
PASS
Mileage11,681 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 SVY
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 SVY

What car is SH59 SVY?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 SVY?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 SVY was 51,532 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 SVY passed its MOT?

SH59 SVY has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2022.

Is SH59 SVY ULEZ compliant?

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

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