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AM09 BMU

2009 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

63,463 mi
Last recorded63,463 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Astra69,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM09 BMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 63,463 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 60,832 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 56,096 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING AND PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 53,849 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 53,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 51,622 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 50,112 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 46,798 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 42,552 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 36,669 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 32,935 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 28,395 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,742 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 19,530 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,507 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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AM09 BMU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AM09 BMU, 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 AM09 BMU registered?

AM09 BMU is a 2009 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is AM09 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM09 BMU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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