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PE59 FLX

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 163,697 miles on the clock, averaging 12,226 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 PE59 FLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2012
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,226

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 reading163,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year168
Average per year12,226
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE59 FLX 53k81k109k136k164k '12'21'18

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,697 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,529 miles
Since last MOT+12,462 miles
PASS
Mileage151,067 miles
Since last MOT+262 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,805 miles
Since last MOT+12,293 miles
PASS
Mileage138,512 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,470 miles
Since last MOT+11,949 miles
PASS
Mileage127,521 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,518 miles
Since last MOT+5,120 miles
PASS
Mileage122,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,856 miles
PASS
Mileage115,542 miles
Since last MOT+17,385 miles
PASS
Mileage98,157 miles
Since last MOT+13,930 miles
PASS
Mileage84,227 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,227 miles
Since last MOT+15,859 miles
PASS
Mileage68,368 miles
Since last MOT+15,001 miles
PASS
Mileage53,367 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

RegistrationPE59 FLX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About PE59 FLX

What car is PE59 FLX?

PE59 FLX is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.

What is the mileage of PE59 FLX?

The last recorded mileage for PE59 FLX was 163,697 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE59 FLX passed its MOT?

PE59 FLX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.

Is PE59 FLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE59 FLX 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 PE59 FLX?

PE59 FLX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.