2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · CV59 VOJ
2009 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, diesel). First registered 03 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 154,221 miles. MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,221 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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CV59 VOJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/12/2025
- 154,221 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CV59 VOJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Vauxhall Corsa (CV59 VOJ) between May 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
CV59 VOJ Mileage History
- 05/05/2023130,093 mi
- 01/06/2024138,917 mi+8,824 mi
- 10/06/2024138,947 mi+30 mi
- 12/12/2025153,669 mi+14,722 mi
- 22/12/2025154,221 mi+552 mi
Average of roughly 9,158 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa D
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- ABS pump failureSerious
Internal ABS module faults trigger warning lights and are a common MOT failure on Corsa D.
- Timing chain stretch (1.0 / 1.2 petrol)Serious
Small petrol engines can stretch their timing chain if oil changes have been skipped, eventually leading to noisy starts or failure.
- Heater resistor and wiring failureModerate
The blower resistor and connector can overheat or melt, leaving the fan only working on one speed or not at all.
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