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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 118,523 miles on the clock, averaging 9,995 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 RKJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,978 |
| Average per year | 9,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | PE59 RKJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About PE59 RKJ
What car is PE59 RKJ?
PE59 RKJ is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.
What is the mileage of PE59 RKJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE59 RKJ was 118,523 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE59 RKJ passed its MOT?
PE59 RKJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 16 Aug 2021.
Is PE59 RKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE59 RKJ 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 PE59 RKJ?
PE59 RKJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.