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AF09 YYC

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,200 mi
Last recorded167,200 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 YYC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 167,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 136,521 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear bumper slightly insecure

Fail 5 Jan 2019 136,521 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front x 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear bumper slightly insecure

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 119,884 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 112,735 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 112,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 104,657 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 95,451 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 85,555 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 85,468 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 85,468 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 74,166 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 58,833 miles

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 YYC is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YYC, 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

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What year was AF09 YYC registered?

AF09 YYC is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is AF09 YYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 YYC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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