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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 110,055 miles on the clock, averaging 6,148 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 SM09 JYH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,055 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,627 |
| Average per year | 6,148 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SM09 JYH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SM09 JYH
What car is SM09 JYH?
SM09 JYH is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 JYH?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 JYH was 110,055 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 JYH passed its MOT?
SM09 JYH has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2023.
Is SM09 JYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 JYH 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 SM09 JYH?
SM09 JYH is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.