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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 101,200 miles on the clock, averaging 8,594 miles per year, around 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 SY59 UOX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,526 |
| Average per year | 8,594 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SY59 UOX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SY59 UOX
What car is SY59 UOX?
SY59 UOX is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY59 UOX?
The last recorded mileage for SY59 UOX was 101,200 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY59 UOX passed its MOT?
SY59 UOX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2021.
Is SY59 UOX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY59 UOX 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 SY59 UOX?
SY59 UOX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.