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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 106,201 miles on the clock, averaging 9,235 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 VTU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,201 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,167 |
| Average per year | 9,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 VTU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 VTU
What car is AK56 VTU?
AK56 VTU is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 VTU?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 VTU was 106,201 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 VTU passed its MOT?
AK56 VTU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Sep 2017.
Is AK56 VTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 VTU 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 VTU?
AK56 VTU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.