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AF09 PYV

2009 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

158,502 mi
Last recorded158,502 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 PYV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 158,502 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 158,502 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 153,622 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 153,622 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 143,957 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 143,957 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 129,008 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 129,008 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 116,701 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 116,701 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 106,943 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 106,943 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 69,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AF09 PYV is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 69,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF09 PYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 17 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF09 PYV?

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What year was AF09 PYV registered?

AF09 PYV is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is AF09 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 PYV shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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