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AK56 FMX

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 89,794 miles on the clock, averaging 7,498 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AK56 FMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,794
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,498

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading89,794 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,509
Average per year7,498
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK56 FMX 14k33k52k71k90k '09'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,794 miles
Since last MOT+13,509 miles
PASS
Mileage76,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,285 miles
Since last MOT+11,766 miles
PASS
Mileage64,519 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,517 miles
Since last MOT+13,071 miles
PASS
Mileage51,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,446 miles
Since last MOT+6,699 miles
PASS
Mileage44,747 miles
Since last MOT+2,708 miles
PASS
Mileage42,039 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,027 miles
Since last MOT+2,850 miles
PASS
Mileage39,177 miles
Since last MOT+3,534 miles
PASS
Mileage35,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,237 miles
PASS
Mileage31,406 miles
Since last MOT+11,927 miles
PASS
Mileage19,479 miles
Since last MOT+5,279 miles
PASS
Mileage14,200 miles
Since last MOT+240 miles
PASS
Mileage13,960 miles

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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

RegistrationAK56 FMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AK56 FMX

What car is AK56 FMX?

AK56 FMX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.

What is the mileage of AK56 FMX?

The last recorded mileage for AK56 FMX was 89,794 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK56 FMX passed its MOT?

AK56 FMX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2019.

Is AK56 FMX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 FMX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is AK56 FMX?

AK56 FMX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.