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2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · YL09 OCH

YL09 OCH

2009 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 47,300 miles. MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2009 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
47,300 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
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 18 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2009
Engine
1364cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate for 47,300 miles, but the history indicates a maintenance trend that is not stable and is likely worsening. The most recent test on 2025-12-19 was passed, yet the failure on 2024-04-03 reveals a critical structural defect: a fractured or broken rear coil spring. This indicates a failure mode that is not merely consumable wear but a serious mechanical failure requiring immediate intervention. The lack of a MOT in 2024-04-03 suggests that the owner likely skipped a full MOT interval, which is a significant risk given the age of the vehicle. The mileage pattern shows rapid accumulation relative to the 17-year age of the car. The vehicle has experienced a significant gap in MOT records, with the most recent passing occurring in 2025 while the prior failure occurred in 2024. This gap of over a year indicates that the owner may have been absent from the UK for extended periods, leading to a lack of consistent maintenance. The rapid mileage increase from 46,595 to 44,955 miles in 2024 suggests that the vehicle has been driven for a significant duration without proper servicing, placing it at risk of imminent failure. Given the recurring faults including a fractured rear spring and a gap in MOT records, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person immediately. The inspection should focus on the rear suspension components and the exhaust system, as these are the most likely culprits for the structural integrity issues. The buyer should also verify the presence of an MOT certificate and check the date of the last MOT to ensure it is within the valid 12-month window, as this is the primary indicator of the vehicle's current roadworthiness.
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YL09 OCH Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
  • 47,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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

YL09 OCH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 02:50
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 (YL09 OCH) between March 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 19 December 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: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

YL09 OCH Mileage History

  1. 27/03/202342,972 mi
  2. 03/04/202444,946 mi+1,974 mi
  3. 08/04/202444,955 mi+9 mi
  4. 02/04/202546,595 mi+1,640 mi
  5. 19/12/202547,300 mi+705 mi

Average of roughly 1,584 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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