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AK59 LZL

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 121,631 miles on the clock, averaging 9,041 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AK59 LZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,631
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2012
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,041

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading121,631 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,041
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK59 LZL 41k61k81k101k122k '12'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,631 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,630 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,605 miles
Since last MOT+7,106 miles
PASS
Mileage114,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,499 miles
Since last MOT+5,982 miles
PASS
Mileage108,517 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,515 miles
Since last MOT+7,850 miles
PASS
Mileage100,665 miles
Since last MOT+14,653 miles
PASS
Mileage86,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,012 miles
Since last MOT+12,040 miles
PASS
Mileage73,972 miles
Since last MOT+9,409 miles
PASS
Mileage64,563 miles
Since last MOT+9,767 miles
PASS
Mileage54,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,796 miles
Since last MOT+13,929 miles
PASS
Mileage40,867 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 LZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About AK59 LZL

What car is AK59 LZL?

AK59 LZL is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.

What is the mileage of AK59 LZL?

The last recorded mileage for AK59 LZL was 121,631 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK59 LZL passed its MOT?

AK59 LZL has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2021.

Is AK59 LZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK59 LZL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AK59 LZL?

AK59 LZL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.