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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 129,790 miles on the clock, averaging 8,335 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 RK09 BVW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,260 |
| Average per year | 8,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RK09 BVW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 BVW
What car is RK09 BVW?
RK09 BVW is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 BVW?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 BVW was 129,790 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 BVW passed its MOT?
RK09 BVW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2021.
Is RK09 BVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 BVW 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 RK09 BVW?
RK09 BVW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.