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AO59 MRU

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 65,010 miles on the clock, averaging 9,494 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 AO59 MRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,010
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2012
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,494

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 reading65,010 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,624
Average per year9,494
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO59 MRU 7k21k36k50k65k '12'18'16

Check AO59 MRU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,010 miles
Since last MOT+10,624 miles
PASS
Mileage54,386 miles
Since last MOT+10,643 miles
PASS
Mileage43,743 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,742 miles
Since last MOT+12,456 miles
PASS
Mileage31,286 miles
Since last MOT+11,034 miles
PASS
Mileage20,252 miles
Since last MOT+8,161 miles
PASS
Mileage12,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage6,506 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

RegistrationAO59 MRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About AO59 MRU

What car is AO59 MRU?

AO59 MRU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Norwich in 2009.

What is the mileage of AO59 MRU?

The last recorded mileage for AO59 MRU was 65,010 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO59 MRU passed its MOT?

AO59 MRU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2018.

Is AO59 MRU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO59 MRU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is AO59 MRU?

AO59 MRU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.