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2009 Vauxhall Astra Design 1.6i

122,000 miles Manual Petrol 3 owners Bradford

£990 £275

Last checked: 5 September 2026

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Price dropped by £715

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Lower mileage than 0% of similar cars

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Overall condition

Caution

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£275

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Vehicle details

Year 2009

Registration DA59 MWX

Fuel economy 43.5 mpg

Power 113 bhp

Engine 1.6i 16v

Body type Hatchback

Transmission Manual

Fuel Petrol

Doors 5

Seats 5

Description

The 2009 Vauxhall Astra Design with the 1.6i 16v petrol engine delivers an unpretentious, dependable drive well suited to daily commuting and longer trips. The manual gearbox and responsive engine provide a confident, engaging feel on country lanes while remaining easygoing in town. Steering is light and predictable, making parking and tight manoeuvres straightforward.
Inside, the hatchback body offers useful practicality: a sensible boot, comfortable seating for five and straightforward controls that keep life simple. Presented in grey with a realistic mileage, this Astra represents a budget-friendly option for anyone seeking reliable transport or a first family car, offering low running costs and familiar Vauxhall practicality.

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Vehicle health & MOT history for DA59 MWX

Poor MOT condition

High maintenance risk

Multiple issues, serious defects or strong wear signals found.

Last result: Passed Expires: 18 Dec 2026 Tests: 20

Wear and tear detected in MOT history

Repeated wear-related MOT notes found across tyre wear, brake wear, suspension wear, exhaust condition, fluid leaks, structural/body corrosion

Vehicle has recorded MOT failures

MOT pass consistency is lower than ideal

19 Dec 2025

Mileage 118,927 miles

Passed

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

19 Dec 2025

Mileage 118,927 miles

Failed

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake performance unable to be tested Risk of damaging brake components (1.2.1 (g))

14 Dec 2024

Mileage 103,706 miles

Passed

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rears (1.2.1 (e))

07 Dec 2024

Mileage 103,303 miles

Failed

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rears (1.2.1 (e))

30 Nov 2023

Mileage 95,026 miles

Passed

07 Dec 2022

Mileage 89,296 miles

Passed

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

06 Dec 2022

Mileage 89,296 miles

Failed

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

09 Dec 2021

Mileage 83,258 miles

Passed

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

07 Dec 2021

Mileage 83,258 miles

Failed

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

07 Dec 2020

Mileage 77,929 miles

Passed

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Safety

Risk level

Higher risk

Price significantly below similar vehicles

Recommendation

Ask for full documentation and inspect the vehicle carefully.

Summary

Use case fit

Practical

Family Daily Weekend

A practical fit for family use, everyday driving and weekend trips.

Cost

Annual cost

Estimated

£3,037 / year

Insurance £800

Fuel £1,212

Maintenance £750

Road tax £275

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths

Priced very competitively against similar vehicles.
Low mileage for its age.
Practical five-door layout.
Suitable for family or daily use.

Things to consider

Before travelling

MOT history suggests extra checks are sensible.
Repeated brake, tyre or wear advisories appear in the MOT history.
Condition indicators suggest extra checks are sensible.
Ownership history is higher than ideal.

Price history

Price changes

Down £715 (-72.2%)

£990

First seen on BumpyGoat 1 Aug 2026
£275 -£715

Price reduced 5 Sep 2026

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Specifications and equipment

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60/40 Split Rear
Air Conditioning
Drivers Seat Height Adjuster
Electro-chromatic mirror
Heated Rear Window
Lumbar Adjustment

Adaptive Brake Lights
Automatic Lighting Control
Rain-sensitive Wipers

12V Power Socket
7 Speakers
CD 30 MP3
Driver Information Centre
Multi-function Display
Steering Wheel Controls

Manual Transmission
Space-Saver Spare
Ultra-Low Profile Tyres

ABS
Curtain Airbags
Electronic Immobiliser
Front Airbags
ISOFIX
Remote Central Locking
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Side Airbags

16in Alloy Wheels
Body Coloured Bumpers
Dark Tinted Glass
Front Fog Lights
Side Protection Mouldings

Note: specifications are provided by the seller. We recommend verifying them before purchasing.

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2009 Vauxhall Astra Design 1.6i

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