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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 51,744 miles on the clock, averaging 3,404 miles per year, well 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 FD56 RKN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,744 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,374 |
| Average per year | 3,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FD56 RKN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FD56 RKN
What car is FD56 RKN?
FD56 RKN is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FD56 RKN?
The last recorded mileage for FD56 RKN was 51,744 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD56 RKN passed its MOT?
FD56 RKN has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Dec 2018.
Is FD56 RKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD56 RKN 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 FD56 RKN?
FD56 RKN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.