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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 116,558 miles on the clock, averaging 8,360 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 WU59 MDF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,360 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | WU59 MDF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WU — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About WU59 MDF
What car is WU59 MDF?
WU59 MDF is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bristol in 2009.
What is the mileage of WU59 MDF?
The last recorded mileage for WU59 MDF was 116,558 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WU59 MDF passed its MOT?
WU59 MDF has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2022.
Is WU59 MDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU59 MDF 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 MDF?
WU59 MDF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.