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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 98,116 miles on the clock, averaging 6,586 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 SY09 UUB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 UUB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UUB
What car is SY09 UUB?
SY09 UUB is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 UUB?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 UUB was 98,116 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 UUB passed its MOT?
SY09 UUB has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is SY09 UUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 UUB 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 UUB?
SY09 UUB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.