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AG09 EVB

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,448 mi
Last recorded159,448 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 EVB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 159,448 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

rear shock absorbers mismatched

Fail 1 Sep 2017 159,440 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear shock absorbers mismatched

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 147,518 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 146,549 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 136,693 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 136,693 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 128,940 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2015 128,935 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 119,883 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 108,192 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 95,772 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 86,867 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 81,173 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 75,729 miles

rear brake discs worn

Fail 23 May 2012 75,729 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake discs worn

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 EVB is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AG09 EVB, 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 EVB registered?

AG09 EVB is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is AG09 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG09 EVB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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