Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

40% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,180 vehicles, the 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan are: Oil leak, but not excessive (51.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (51% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Vauxhall Corsavan (2009)

1,180 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.1% first-time pass rate

2009 Vauxhall Corsavan

CarHunch analysed 1,180 real MOT records for the 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan passes its MOT first time in just 73.1% of cases, notably below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 40% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for a used buyer. The diesel-only powertrain offers no escape route here, as it shares the same weak 73.1% pass rate.

At 80,365 miles median mileage for a 15-year-old van, these are relatively hard-worked vehicles, and that shows in the damage: owners face an average of over four failures per MOT and 16.7 advisories, pointing to systemic wear across electrics, brakes, and structural components. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on braking systems and corrosion, because the MOT history suggests these vans demand more maintenance than the average commercial vehicle.

The 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.1% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

73.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

39.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.07

Over 14.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

80k

Middle half: 62k–103k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 16.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,180 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,180 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 51.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Tyre wear 51%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 40.4%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 24.5%

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment · Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 18.2%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Based on MOT data from 1,180 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 39.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	1,175	73.1%	4.07

Colour Breakdown

Based on 17,833 Vauxhall Corsavan vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 77.2%

13,764

Silver 7.1%

1,260

Red 5.7%

1,013

Blue 5.1%

915

Black 2.1%

377

Yellow 1.1%

191

Green 0.8%

145

Grey 0.6%

100

Brown 0.1%

Orange 0.1%

Purple 0.1%

Turquoise 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

80,365

typical

62,331

low mileage

102,671

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Vauxhall Corsavan vehicles fall between 62,331 and 102,671 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 62,331 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 62,331–102,671 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Vauxhall Corsavans sit.

⚠ Over 138,605 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Vauxhall Corsavan — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 33% of 2009 Vauxhall Corsavans are still active.

Numbers are declining — 373 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.07

Avg failures per vehicle

16.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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