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AV55 WKE

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1248cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 108,345 miles on the clock, averaging 11,579 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 AV55 WKE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,345
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
11,579

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading108,345 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25,119
Average per year11,579
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV55 WKE 55k68k82k95k108k '08'13'11

Check AV55 WKE

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,345 miles
Since last MOT+25,119 miles
PASS
Mileage83,226 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,212 miles
Since last MOT+8,848 miles
PASS
Mileage74,364 miles
Since last MOT+8,541 miles
PASS
Mileage65,823 miles
Since last MOT+10,735 miles
PASS
Mileage55,088 miles

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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

RegistrationAV55 WKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AV55 WKE

What car is AV55 WKE?

AV55 WKE is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.

What is the mileage of AV55 WKE?

The last recorded mileage for AV55 WKE was 108,345 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV55 WKE passed its MOT?

AV55 WKE has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Jul 2013.

Is AV55 WKE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 WKE 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 AV55 WKE?

AV55 WKE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.