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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 70,428 miles on the clock, averaging 5,161 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for SO59 XJD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,516 |
| Average per year | 5,161 |
| 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 | SO59 XJD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SO59 XJD
What car is SO59 XJD?
SO59 XJD is an beige Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SO59 XJD?
The last recorded mileage for SO59 XJD was 70,428 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO59 XJD passed its MOT?
SO59 XJD has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 31 Mar 2022.
Is SO59 XJD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO59 XJD 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 SO59 XJD?
SO59 XJD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.