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2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · VU09 SBO

VU09 SBO

2009 Vauxhall Astra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 27/03/2009. Recorded mileage 164,687 miles. MOT valid until 04/11/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2009 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 04/11/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
164,687 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official 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.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04/11/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2009
Engine
1910cc

VU09 SBO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
  • 164,687 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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VU09 SBO Mileage History

  1. 10/03/2022139,704 mi
  2. 11/05/2023144,550 mi+4,846 mi
  3. 30/05/2024153,190 mi+8,640 mi
  4. 30/05/2024153,190 mi
  5. 05/11/2025164,687 mi+11,497 mi

Average of roughly 6,831 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VU09 SBO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 12:27
MOT Analysis

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 (VU09 SBO) between March 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 November 2025 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: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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.

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