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AV56 TPX

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1686cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 149,084 miles on the clock, averaging 8,219 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 AV56 TPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,084
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2009
64%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
8,219

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,084 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,487
Average per year8,219
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV56 TPX 25k56k87k118k149k '09'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,084 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage143,597 miles
Since last MOT+3,955 miles
PASS
Mileage139,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,642 miles
Since last MOT+3,433 miles
PASS
Mileage136,209 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,208 miles
Since last MOT+3,214 miles
PASS
Mileage132,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,994 miles
Since last MOT+3,056 miles
PASS
Mileage129,938 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,928 miles
Since last MOT+3,857 miles
PASS
Mileage126,071 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,003 miles
Since last MOT+4,124 miles
PASS
Mileage121,879 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,486 miles
PASS
Mileage114,390 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,344 miles
Since last MOT+8,441 miles
PASS
Mileage105,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,903 miles
Since last MOT+10,402 miles
PASS
Mileage95,501 miles
Since last MOT+13,865 miles
PASS
Mileage81,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,636 miles
Since last MOT+15,378 miles
PASS
Mileage66,258 miles
Since last MOT+17,915 miles
PASS
Mileage48,343 miles
Since last MOT+6,331 miles
PASS
Mileage42,012 miles
Since last MOT+16,693 miles
PASS
Mileage25,319 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

RegistrationAV56 TPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AV56 TPX

What car is AV56 TPX?

AV56 TPX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.

What is the mileage of AV56 TPX?

The last recorded mileage for AV56 TPX was 149,084 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV56 TPX passed its MOT?

AV56 TPX has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2024.

Is AV56 TPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV56 TPX 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 AV56 TPX?

AV56 TPX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.