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FP59 FCE

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 83,965 miles on the clock, averaging 9,519 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 FP59 FCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,965
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2012
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,519

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading83,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year9,519
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP59 FCE 43k53k64k74k84k '12'17'16

Check FP59 FCE

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,965 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,956 miles
Since last MOT+3,760 miles
PASS
Mileage80,196 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,910 miles
Since last MOT+12,457 miles
PASS
Mileage68,453 miles
Since last MOT+15,402 miles
PASS
Mileage53,051 miles
Since last MOT+9,770 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,281 miles

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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

RegistrationFP59 FCE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About FP59 FCE

What car is FP59 FCE?

FP59 FCE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.

What is the mileage of FP59 FCE?

The last recorded mileage for FP59 FCE was 83,965 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP59 FCE passed its MOT?

FP59 FCE has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2017.

Is FP59 FCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP59 FCE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FP59 FCE?

FP59 FCE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.