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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1248cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 138,823 miles on the clock, averaging 16,658 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 YD59 WHC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,823 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,658 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YD59 WHC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YD — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About YD59 WHC
What car is YD59 WHC?
YD59 WHC is a red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YD59 WHC?
The last recorded mileage for YD59 WHC was 138,823 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YD59 WHC passed its MOT?
YD59 WHC has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2017.
Is YD59 WHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YD59 WHC 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 YD59 WHC?
YD59 WHC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.