2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · WN09 WBZ
2009 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 45,839 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28 Jan 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,839 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- 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.
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WN09 WBZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2025
- 45,839 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN09 WBZ 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 (WN09 WBZ) between February 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted outer straightening clip fitted incorrectly (1.1.16 (c) (i))”; “Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted outer straightening clip fitted incorrectly (1.1.16 (c) (i)”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damaged down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
WN09 WBZ Mileage History
- 10/02/202331,617 mi
- 10/02/202331,617 mi
- 16/02/202436,475 mi+4,858 mi
- 11/02/202545,838 mi+9,363 mi
- 12/02/202545,839 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,085 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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