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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 141,475 miles on the clock, averaging 2,890 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for OU59 AAO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 141,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | OU59 AAO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About OU59 AAO
What car is OU59 AAO?
OU59 AAO is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2009.
What is the mileage of OU59 AAO?
The last recorded mileage for OU59 AAO was 141,475 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU59 AAO passed its MOT?
OU59 AAO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2021.
Is OU59 AAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU59 AAO 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 OU59 AAO?
OU59 AAO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.