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SH59 LPU

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 105,962 miles on the clock, averaging 10,396 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 SH59 LPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,396

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 reading105,962 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,275
Average per year10,396
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH59 LPU 26k46k66k86k106k '12'20'17

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,962 miles
Since last MOT+8,275 miles
PASS
Mileage97,687 miles
Since last MOT+5,605 miles
PASS
Mileage92,082 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,082 miles
Since last MOT+10,758 miles
PASS
Mileage81,324 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,320 miles
Since last MOT+8,672 miles
PASS
Mileage72,648 miles
Since last MOT+10,906 miles
PASS
Mileage61,742 miles
Since last MOT+11,658 miles
PASS
Mileage50,084 miles
Since last MOT+11,586 miles
PASS
Mileage38,498 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,321 miles
Since last MOT+11,974 miles
PASS
Mileage26,347 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

RegistrationSH59 LPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 LPU

What car is SH59 LPU?

SH59 LPU is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SH59 LPU?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 LPU was 105,962 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 LPU passed its MOT?

SH59 LPU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2020.

Is SH59 LPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH59 LPU 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 SH59 LPU?

SH59 LPU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.