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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 85,202 miles on the clock, averaging 9,996 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 VEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 85,202 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,959 |
| Average per year | 9,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 VEL |
| 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 VEL
What car is SY09 VEL?
SY09 VEL is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 VEL was 85,202 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 VEL passed its MOT?
SY09 VEL has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Apr 2018.
Is SY09 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 VEL 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 VEL?
SY09 VEL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.