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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 111,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,183 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for DS56 BKJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,233 |
| Average per year | 7,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DS56 BKJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Turquoise |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DS56 BKJ
What car is DS56 BKJ?
DS56 BKJ is a turquoise Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2007.
What is the mileage of DS56 BKJ?
The last recorded mileage for DS56 BKJ was 111,489 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS56 BKJ passed its MOT?
DS56 BKJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2016.
Is DS56 BKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS56 BKJ 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 DS56 BKJ?
DS56 BKJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.