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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 148,740 miles on the clock, averaging 8,363 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 AK57 ARU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,740 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,118 |
| Average per year | 8,363 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AK57 ARU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AK57 ARU
What car is AK57 ARU?
AK57 ARU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 ARU was 148,740 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 ARU passed its MOT?
AK57 ARU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2025.
Is AK57 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 ARU 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 AK57 ARU?
AK57 ARU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.