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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 95,492 miles on the clock, averaging 7,532 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 SM59 VFC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 95,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,532 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM59 VFC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 VFC
What car is SM59 VFC?
SM59 VFC is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 VFC?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 VFC was 95,492 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 VFC passed its MOT?
SM59 VFC has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2023.
Is SM59 VFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 VFC 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 SM59 VFC?
SM59 VFC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.