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YD09 DBU

2009 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 97,939 miles on the clock, averaging 4,867 miles per year, well 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 YD09 DBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,939
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,867

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading97,939 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,867
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YD09 DBU 34k50k66k82k98k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,939 miles
Since last MOT+2,197 miles
PASS
Mileage95,742 miles
Since last MOT+903 miles
PASS
Mileage94,839 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,839 miles
Since last MOT+1,124 miles
PASS
Mileage93,715 miles
Since last MOT+478 miles
PASS
Mileage93,237 miles
Since last MOT+443 miles
PASS
Mileage92,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,794 miles
Since last MOT+385 miles
PASS
Mileage92,409 miles
Since last MOT+1,220 miles
PASS
Mileage91,189 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,189 miles
Since last MOT+3,285 miles
PASS
Mileage87,904 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,904 miles
Since last MOT+9,558 miles
PASS
Mileage78,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,346 miles
Since last MOT+7,552 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,794 miles
Since last MOT+14,187 miles
PASS
Mileage56,607 miles
PASS
Mileage145,576 miles
Since last MOT+111,641 miles
PASS
Mileage33,935 miles

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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

RegistrationYD09 DBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYD — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About YD09 DBU

What car is YD09 DBU?

YD09 DBU is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.

What is the mileage of YD09 DBU?

The last recorded mileage for YD09 DBU was 97,939 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YD09 DBU passed its MOT?

YD09 DBU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2025.

Is YD09 DBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YD09 DBU 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 YD09 DBU?

YD09 DBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.