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SV59 AMU

2009 Opel Astra

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,730 mi
Last recorded95,730 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Opel Astra65,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 AMU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 95,730 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 91,470 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 86,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair pARKING bREAK (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 85,411 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 84,394 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 83,056 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 80,105 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 74,117 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 66,622 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 58,408 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,177 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 42,947 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 35,127 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 35,127 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 28,697 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osf tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 1 Nov 2012 28,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

osf tyre wearing inner edge

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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SV59 AMU is a 2009 Opel Astra in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV59 AMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SV59 AMU?

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What year was SV59 AMU registered?

SV59 AMU is a 2009 Opel Astra, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is SV59 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV59 AMU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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