2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0L Petrol · KM09 VTD
2009 Vauxhall Corsa (1.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 66,891 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,891 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KM09 VTD Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
- 66,891 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KM09 VTD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Vauxhall Corsa (KM09 VTD) between June 2011 and January 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 22 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KM09 VTD Mileage History
- 22/06/20111,715 mi
- 13/06/20122,772 mi+1,057 mi
- 19/02/20133,014 mi+242 mi
- 19/02/20149,359 mi+6,345 mi
- 19/02/201515,116 mi+5,757 mi
- 19/02/201515,116 mi
- 19/02/201624,021 mi+8,905 mi
- 19/02/201624,021 mi
- 17/02/201730,827 mi+6,806 mi
- 17/02/201730,827 mi
- 13/02/201836,695 mi+5,868 mi
- 13/02/201836,695 mi
- 12/02/201942,967 mi+6,272 mi
- 11/02/202046,561 mi+3,594 mi
- 11/02/202148,228 mi+1,667 mi
- 12/02/202148,228 mi
- 02/02/202250,748 mi+2,520 mi
- 20/01/202352,692 mi+1,944 mi
- 02/02/202456,699 mi+4,007 mi
- 03/02/202456,699 mi
- 17/02/202562,277 mi+5,578 mi
- 22/01/202666,891 mi+4,614 mi
Average of roughly 4,468 miles per year across 22 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: Good
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- Timing chain stretch (1.0 / 1.2 petrol)Serious
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- 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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