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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 98,435 miles on the clock, averaging 9,443 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 AO55 YZP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 114 |
| Average per year | 9,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AO55 YZP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AO55 YZP
What car is AO55 YZP?
AO55 YZP is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO55 YZP?
The last recorded mileage for AO55 YZP was 98,435 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO55 YZP passed its MOT?
AO55 YZP has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2016.
Is AO55 YZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 YZP 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 AO55 YZP?
AO55 YZP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.