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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 122,230 miles on the clock, averaging 14,537 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 AK56 NUY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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 | AK56 NUY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 NUY
What car is AK56 NUY?
AK56 NUY is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 NUY?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 NUY was 122,230 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 NUY passed its MOT?
AK56 NUY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2016.
Is AK56 NUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 NUY 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 AK56 NUY?
AK56 NUY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.