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AK56 VUB

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 122,547 miles on the clock, averaging 8,577 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 VUB

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,547
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,577

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading122,547 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,815
Average per year8,577
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK56 VUB 26k50k74k99k123k '09'20'15

Check AK56 VUB

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,547 miles
Since last MOT+11,815 miles
PASS
Mileage110,732 miles
Since last MOT+7,540 miles
PASS
Mileage103,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,192 miles
Since last MOT+7,247 miles
PASS
Mileage95,945 miles
Since last MOT+10,224 miles
PASS
Mileage85,721 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,719 miles
Since last MOT+13,107 miles
PASS
Mileage72,612 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,602 miles
Since last MOT+5,648 miles
PASS
Mileage66,954 miles
Since last MOT+9,447 miles
PASS
Mileage57,507 miles
Since last MOT+9,446 miles
PASS
Mileage48,061 miles
Since last MOT+8,866 miles
PASS
Mileage39,195 miles
Since last MOT+5,825 miles
PASS
Mileage33,370 miles
Since last MOT+6,982 miles
PASS
Mileage26,388 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 VUB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AK56 VUB

What car is AK56 VUB?

AK56 VUB is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.

What is the mileage of AK56 VUB?

The last recorded mileage for AK56 VUB was 122,547 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK56 VUB passed its MOT?

AK56 VUB has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2020.

Is AK56 VUB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 VUB 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 VUB?

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