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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 150,741 miles on the clock, averaging 8,710 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 FH56 VAU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,741 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 34 |
| Average per year | 8,710 |
| 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 | FH56 VAU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FH56 VAU
What car is FH56 VAU?
FH56 VAU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FH56 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for FH56 VAU was 150,741 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH56 VAU passed its MOT?
FH56 VAU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2017.
Is FH56 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH56 VAU 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 FH56 VAU?
FH56 VAU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.