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DV56 HJE

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 102,092 miles on the clock, averaging 7,507 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 DV56 HJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,092
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,507

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading102,092 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,512
Average per year7,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DV56 HJE 20k40k61k82k102k '09'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage102,092 miles
Since last MOT+13,512 miles
PASS
Mileage88,580 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,504 miles
Since last MOT+9,094 miles
PASS
Mileage79,410 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,407 miles
Since last MOT+16,213 miles
PASS
Mileage63,194 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,090 miles
Since last MOT+14,281 miles
PASS
Mileage48,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,809 miles
Since last MOT+614 miles
PASS
Mileage48,195 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage41,222 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage35,285 miles
Since last MOT+5,149 miles
PASS
Mileage30,136 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,136 miles
Since last MOT+5,056 miles
PASS
Mileage25,080 miles
Since last MOT+5,311 miles
PASS
Mileage19,769 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

RegistrationDV56 HJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeDV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About DV56 HJE

What car is DV56 HJE?

DV56 HJE is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.

What is the mileage of DV56 HJE?

The last recorded mileage for DV56 HJE was 102,092 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DV56 HJE passed its MOT?

DV56 HJE has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 2 Dec 2020.

Is DV56 HJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV56 HJE 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 DV56 HJE?

DV56 HJE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.