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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 129,613 miles on the clock, averaging 7,438 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 VTW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,613 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,909 |
| Average per year | 7,438 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VTW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 VTW
What car is AO56 VTW?
AO56 VTW is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 VTW?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 VTW was 129,613 miles, recorded on 4 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 VTW passed its MOT?
AO56 VTW has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2021.
Is AO56 VTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 VTW 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 AO56 VTW?
AO56 VTW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.