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SL59 RVN

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 81,391 miles on the clock, averaging 4,227 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 SL59 RVN

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,227

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 reading81,391 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,227
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL59 RVN 33k45k57k69k81k '12'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,391 miles
Since last MOT+6,459 miles
PASS
Mileage74,932 miles
Since last MOT+1,532 miles
PASS
Mileage73,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,400 miles
Since last MOT+2,788 miles
PASS
Mileage70,612 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,585 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage68,885 miles
Since last MOT+2,980 miles
PASS
Mileage65,905 miles
Since last MOT+3,958 miles
PASS
Mileage61,947 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage56,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,992 miles
Since last MOT+1,697 miles
PASS
Mileage55,295 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
PASS
Mileage55,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,292 miles
Since last MOT+4,728 miles
PASS
Mileage50,564 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,564 miles
Since last MOT+10,331 miles
PASS
Mileage40,233 miles
Since last MOT+6,933 miles
PASS
Mileage33,300 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,267 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

RegistrationSL59 RVN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SL59 RVN

What car is SL59 RVN?

SL59 RVN is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.

What is the mileage of SL59 RVN?

The last recorded mileage for SL59 RVN was 81,391 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL59 RVN passed its MOT?

SL59 RVN has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2023.

Is SL59 RVN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 RVN 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 SL59 RVN?

SL59 RVN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.