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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 119,037 miles on the clock, averaging 6,726 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for CU09 BVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,037 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 637 |
| Average per year | 6,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | CU09 BVL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About CU09 BVL
What car is CU09 BVL?
CU09 BVL is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2009.
What is the mileage of CU09 BVL?
The last recorded mileage for CU09 BVL was 119,037 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU09 BVL passed its MOT?
CU09 BVL has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Nov 2025.
Is CU09 BVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU09 BVL 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 CU09 BVL?
CU09 BVL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.