Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 39,300 miles on the clock, averaging 4,776 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 SL09 GZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 39,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,236 |
| Average per year | 4,776 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SL09 GZY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SL09 GZY
What car is SL09 GZY?
SL09 GZY is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL09 GZY?
The last recorded mileage for SL09 GZY was 39,300 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL09 GZY passed its MOT?
SL09 GZY has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Mar 2016.
Is SL09 GZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL09 GZY 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 SL09 GZY?
SL09 GZY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.