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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 114,488 miles on the clock, averaging 8,286 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 EF55 HWB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,028 |
| Average per year | 8,286 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EF55 HWB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EF55 HWB
What car is EF55 HWB?
EF55 HWB is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EF55 HWB?
The last recorded mileage for EF55 HWB was 114,488 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF55 HWB passed its MOT?
EF55 HWB has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2017.
Is EF55 HWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF55 HWB 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 EF55 HWB?
EF55 HWB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.