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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 94,299 miles on the clock, averaging 8,587 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 AP55 JWY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 94,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,364 |
| Average per year | 8,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AP55 JWY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AP55 JWY
What car is AP55 JWY?
AP55 JWY is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AP55 JWY?
The last recorded mileage for AP55 JWY was 94,299 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP55 JWY passed its MOT?
AP55 JWY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2016.
Is AP55 JWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP55 JWY 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 AP55 JWY?
AP55 JWY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.