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AK09 WRU

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,398 mi
Last recorded33,398 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 WRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 33,398 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 29,523 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 29,377 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 26,354 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 22,876 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 19,295 miles

all four tyres 13 years old

Pass 23 Jun 2021 17,173 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 16,797 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 16,516 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 15,612 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,675 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 11,829 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,168 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 11,127 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,441 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,356 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 8,137 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 8,137 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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AK09 WRU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK09 WRU, 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 AK09 WRU registered?

AK09 WRU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 July 2009.

Is AK09 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 WRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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