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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 183,401 miles on the clock, averaging 16,199 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AD56 AHZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,401 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,400 |
| Average per year | 16,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD56 AHZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AD56 AHZ
What car is AD56 AHZ?
AD56 AHZ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AD56 AHZ?
The last recorded mileage for AD56 AHZ was 183,401 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD56 AHZ passed its MOT?
AD56 AHZ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Dec 2016.
Is AD56 AHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD56 AHZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD56 AHZ?
AD56 AHZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.