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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 221,967 miles on the clock, averaging 13,020 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for EY07 XLU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,664 |
| Average per year | 13,020 |
| 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 | EY07 XLU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About EY07 XLU
What car is EY07 XLU?
EY07 XLU is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EY07 XLU?
The last recorded mileage for EY07 XLU was 221,967 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY07 XLU passed its MOT?
EY07 XLU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 26 Feb 2020.
Is EY07 XLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY07 XLU 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 EY07 XLU?
EY07 XLU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.