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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include electric power steering (eps) failure and parking brake (handbrake) failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SO09 AVC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,915 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,984 |
| Average per year | 6,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SO09 AVC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SO09 AVC
What car is SO09 AVC?
SO09 AVC is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
Has SO09 AVC passed its MOT?
SO09 AVC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2021.
Is SO09 AVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO09 AVC 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 SO09 AVC?
SO09 AVC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.