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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 32,893 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AO56 ETU
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 32,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AO56 ETU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 ETU
What car is AO56 ETU?
AO56 ETU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 ETU was 32,893 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 ETU passed its MOT?
AO56 ETU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jan 2010.
Is AO56 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 ETU 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 AO56 ETU?
AO56 ETU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.