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AV59 LYT

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 108,461 miles on the clock, averaging 8,704 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AV59 LYT

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,461
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2012
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,704

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,461 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,472
Average per year8,704
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV59 LYT 25k46k67k88k108k '12'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,461 miles
Since last MOT+9,472 miles
PASS
Mileage98,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,989 miles
Since last MOT+7,266 miles
PASS
Mileage91,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,723 miles
Since last MOT+7,529 miles
PASS
Mileage84,194 miles
Since last MOT+7,090 miles
PASS
Mileage77,104 miles
Since last MOT+5,927 miles
PASS
Mileage71,177 miles
Since last MOT+10,416 miles
PASS
Mileage60,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,761 miles
Since last MOT+12,348 miles
PASS
Mileage48,413 miles
Since last MOT+11,837 miles
PASS
Mileage36,576 miles
Since last MOT+11,618 miles
PASS
Mileage24,958 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

RegistrationAV59 LYT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About AV59 LYT

What car is AV59 LYT?

AV59 LYT is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2009.

What is the mileage of AV59 LYT?

The last recorded mileage for AV59 LYT was 108,461 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV59 LYT passed its MOT?

AV59 LYT has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2022.

Is AV59 LYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV59 LYT 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 AV59 LYT?

AV59 LYT is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.