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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 120,149 miles on the clock, averaging 7,483 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 MT09 JAO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,149 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,483 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | MT09 JAO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About MT09 JAO
What car is MT09 JAO?
MT09 JAO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of MT09 JAO?
The last recorded mileage for MT09 JAO was 120,149 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT09 JAO passed its MOT?
MT09 JAO has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2022.
Is MT09 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT09 JAO 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 MT09 JAO?
MT09 JAO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.