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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 127,637 miles on the clock, averaging 8,026 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 FN59 YFJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,637 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FN59 YFJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About FN59 YFJ
What car is FN59 YFJ?
FN59 YFJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of FN59 YFJ?
The last recorded mileage for FN59 YFJ was 127,637 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN59 YFJ passed its MOT?
FN59 YFJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2022.
Is FN59 YFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN59 YFJ 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 FN59 YFJ?
FN59 YFJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.