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SH59 SYX

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 94,867 miles on the clock, averaging 6,437 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 SYX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,867
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2012
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,437

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,867 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,244
Average per year6,437
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 SYX 11k32k53k74k95k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,867 miles
Since last MOT+1,244 miles
PASS
Mileage93,623 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,623 miles
Since last MOT+13,005 miles
PASS
Mileage80,618 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,617 miles
Since last MOT+5,922 miles
PASS
Mileage74,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,695 miles
Since last MOT+6,235 miles
PASS
Mileage68,460 miles
Since last MOT+6,215 miles
PASS
Mileage62,245 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,244 miles
Since last MOT+2,922 miles
PASS
Mileage59,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,322 miles
Since last MOT+4,612 miles
PASS
Mileage54,710 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,709 miles
Since last MOT+8,339 miles
PASS
Mileage46,370 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,345 miles
Since last MOT+9,593 miles
PASS
Mileage36,752 miles
Since last MOT+8,144 miles
PASS
Mileage28,608 miles
Since last MOT+6,952 miles
PASS
Mileage21,656 miles
Since last MOT+5,686 miles
PASS
Mileage15,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,970 miles
Since last MOT+4,889 miles
PASS
Mileage11,081 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 SYX
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 SYX

What car is SH59 SYX?

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

What is the mileage of SH59 SYX?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 SYX was 94,867 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 SYX passed its MOT?

SH59 SYX has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is SH59 SYX ULEZ compliant?

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

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