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AK09 ZKJ

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,924 mi
Last recorded140,924 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 ZKJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 140,924 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 135,396 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 135,396 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 123,131 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 123,047 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 111,429 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 98,077 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 88,653 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 64,699 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 64,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 44,345 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 32,055 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Apr 2012 23,651 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ZKJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK09 ZKJ, 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 AK09 ZKJ registered?

AK09 ZKJ is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 May 2009.

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