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WU59 LYC

2009 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourGrey
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 1796cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 115,478 miles on the clock, averaging 9,634 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 WU59 LYC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,478
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2012
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,634

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 reading115,478 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,634
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WU59 LYC 53k68k84k100k115k '12'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,478 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,478 miles
Since last MOT+9,319 miles
PASS
Mileage106,159 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,884 miles
Since last MOT+7,910 miles
PASS
Mileage97,974 miles
Since last MOT+9,070 miles
PASS
Mileage88,904 miles
Since last MOT+161 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,743 miles
Since last MOT+8,631 miles
PASS
Mileage80,112 miles
Since last MOT+9,329 miles
PASS
Mileage70,783 miles
Since last MOT+18,235 miles
PASS
Mileage52,548 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,548 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

RegistrationWU59 LYC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About WU59 LYC

What car is WU59 LYC?

WU59 LYC is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bristol in 2009.

What is the mileage of WU59 LYC?

The last recorded mileage for WU59 LYC was 115,478 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU59 LYC passed its MOT?

WU59 LYC has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2019.

Is WU59 LYC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU59 LYC 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 WU59 LYC?

WU59 LYC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.