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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 Insignia Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 96,882 miles on the clock, averaging 6,503 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8i VVT engine is known for intake valve carbon buildup.
MOT & Mileage History for EA09 LVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,882 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,060 |
| Average per year | 6,503 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Insignia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Insignia models (2008–2017), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Intake valve carbon buildup
Port fuel injection doesn't clean valves directly; PCV oil vapour causes deposits on intake stems.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA09 LVU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Insignia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EA09 LVU
What car is EA09 LVU?
EA09 LVU is an silver Vauxhall Insignia, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EA09 LVU?
The last recorded mileage for EA09 LVU was 96,882 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA09 LVU passed its MOT?
EA09 LVU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.
Is EA09 LVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA09 LVU 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 EA09 LVU?
EA09 LVU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.