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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 118,556 miles on the clock, averaging 19,342 miles per year, above 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 SM59 CPE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,556 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,959 |
| Average per year | 19,342 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SM59 CPE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 CPE
What car is SM59 CPE?
SM59 CPE is an white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 CPE?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 CPE was 118,556 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 CPE passed its MOT?
SM59 CPE has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2017.
Is SM59 CPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 CPE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM59 CPE?
SM59 CPE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.