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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 105,462 miles on the clock, averaging 7,579 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 DF56 BBV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 105,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 7,579 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | DF56 BBV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DF56 BBV
What car is DF56 BBV?
DF56 BBV is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DF56 BBV?
The last recorded mileage for DF56 BBV was 105,462 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF56 BBV passed its MOT?
DF56 BBV has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2018.
Is DF56 BBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF56 BBV 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 DF56 BBV?
DF56 BBV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.