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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 12 (50% pass rate). It has 136,806 miles on the clock, averaging 9,869 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 SE09 ESO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,869 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SE09 ESO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SE09 ESO
What car is SE09 ESO?
SE09 ESO is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SE09 ESO?
The last recorded mileage for SE09 ESO was 136,806 miles, recorded on 15 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE09 ESO passed its MOT?
SE09 ESO has had 24 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (12 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2023.
Is SE09 ESO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE09 ESO 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 SE09 ESO?
SE09 ESO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.