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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 184,253 miles on the clock, averaging 8,697 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 AO56 NTX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 184,253 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,640 |
| Average per year | 8,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | AO56 NTX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 NTX
What car is AO56 NTX?
AO56 NTX is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 NTX?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 NTX was 184,253 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 NTX passed its MOT?
AO56 NTX has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2024.
Is AO56 NTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 NTX 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 NTX?
AO56 NTX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.