2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · FD09 YDR
2009 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Jul 2009. Recorded mileage 99,217 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FD09 YDR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
- 99,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD09 YDR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Vauxhall Astra (FD09 YDR) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
FD09 YDR Mileage History
- 09/05/202388,294 mi
- 08/05/202491,449 mi+3,155 mi
- 16/05/202594,472 mi+3,023 mi
- 13/05/202699,217 mi+4,745 mi
- 13/05/202699,217 mi
Average of roughly 3,627 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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