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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 119,134 miles on the clock, averaging 7,079 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 DS09 FXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,079 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | DS09 FXW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About DS09 FXW
What car is DS09 FXW?
DS09 FXW is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2009.
What is the mileage of DS09 FXW?
The last recorded mileage for DS09 FXW was 119,134 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS09 FXW passed its MOT?
DS09 FXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2025.
Is DS09 FXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS09 FXW 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 DS09 FXW?
DS09 FXW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.