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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 135,911 miles on the clock, averaging 14,754 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 EK09 BXR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,086 |
| Average per year | 14,754 |
| 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 | EK09 BXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 BXR
What car is EK09 BXR?
EK09 BXR is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 BXR?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 BXR was 135,911 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 BXR passed its MOT?
EK09 BXR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2020.
Is EK09 BXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 BXR 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 EK09 BXR?
EK09 BXR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.