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FH55 EXO

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 79,545 miles on the clock, averaging 7,172 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 FH55 EXO

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,172

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 reading79,545 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,574
Average per year7,172
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH55 EXO 17k32k48k64k80k '09'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,545 miles
Since last MOT+7,574 miles
PASS
Mileage71,971 miles
Since last MOT+11,843 miles
PASS
Mileage60,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,128 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,998 miles
Since last MOT+6,230 miles
PASS
Mileage53,768 miles
Since last MOT+2,553 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,215 miles
Since last MOT+10,039 miles
PASS
Mileage41,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,176 miles
Since last MOT+5,415 miles
PASS
Mileage35,761 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,593 miles
Since last MOT+6,538 miles
PASS
Mileage29,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,055 miles
Since last MOT+4,466 miles
PASS
Mileage24,589 miles
Since last MOT+6,099 miles
PASS
Mileage18,490 miles
Since last MOT+1,783 miles
PASS
Mileage16,707 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

RegistrationFH55 EXO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FH55 EXO

What car is FH55 EXO?

FH55 EXO is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of FH55 EXO?

The last recorded mileage for FH55 EXO was 79,545 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH55 EXO passed its MOT?

FH55 EXO has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2018.

Is FH55 EXO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH55 EXO 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 FH55 EXO?

FH55 EXO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.