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DV57 RCU

2007 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 19 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2007
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 2007 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 124,456 miles on the clock, averaging 5,761 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 DV57 RCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,456
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2010
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,761

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading124,456 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,761
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DV57 RCU 82k92k103k114k124k '10'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage124,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,456 miles
Since last MOT+5,763 miles
PASS
Mileage118,693 miles
Since last MOT+3,005 miles
PASS
Mileage115,688 miles
Since last MOT+7,043 miles
PASS
Mileage108,645 miles
Since last MOT+8,125 miles
PASS
Mileage100,520 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage96,979 miles
Since last MOT+1,250 miles
PASS
Mileage95,729 miles
Since last MOT+2,880 miles
PASS
Mileage92,849 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,849 miles
Since last MOT+11,119 miles
PASS
Mileage81,730 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,730 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

RegistrationDV57 RCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2007
First registered
Area codeDV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About DV57 RCU

What car is DV57 RCU?

DV57 RCU is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2007.

What is the mileage of DV57 RCU?

The last recorded mileage for DV57 RCU was 124,456 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DV57 RCU passed its MOT?

DV57 RCU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2018.

Is DV57 RCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV57 RCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is DV57 RCU?

DV57 RCU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.