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AG09 ETU

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,845 mi
Last recorded129,845 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 ETU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 129,845 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 121,672 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2023 118,111 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 115,045 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 111,654 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 108,428 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 103,217 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 97,355 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 90,588 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 90,588 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 83,570 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2015 77,491 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 70,642 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 64,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2012 59,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 59,098 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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AG09 ETU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AG09 ETU, 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.

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What year was AG09 ETU registered?

AG09 ETU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is AG09 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG09 ETU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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