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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 135,514 miles on the clock, averaging 10,765 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 SY09 NMX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,006 |
| Average per year | 10,765 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | SY09 NMX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SY09 NMX
What car is SY09 NMX?
SY09 NMX is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 NMX?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 NMX was 135,514 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 NMX passed its MOT?
SY09 NMX has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Mar 2017.
Is SY09 NMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 NMX 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 SY09 NMX?
SY09 NMX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.