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FD56 EXR

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 67,820 miles on the clock, averaging 7,680 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 FD56 EXR

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,820
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,680

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading67,820 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,680
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FD56 EXR 29k39k49k58k68k '09'14'13

Check FD56 EXR

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,820 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,818 miles
Since last MOT+7,220 miles
PASS
Mileage60,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,598 miles
Since last MOT+6,824 miles
PASS
Mileage53,774 miles
Since last MOT+8,843 miles
PASS
Mileage44,931 miles
Since last MOT+7,018 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,913 miles
Since last MOT+8,634 miles
PASS
Mileage29,279 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

RegistrationFD56 EXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About FD56 EXR

What car is FD56 EXR?

FD56 EXR is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of FD56 EXR?

The last recorded mileage for FD56 EXR was 67,820 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD56 EXR passed its MOT?

FD56 EXR has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2014.

Is FD56 EXR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD56 EXR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FD56 EXR?

FD56 EXR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.