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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 122,345 miles on the clock, averaging 7,037 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 FL56 VSM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,345 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,819 |
| Average per year | 7,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FL56 VSM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FL56 VSM
What car is FL56 VSM?
FL56 VSM is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FL56 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for FL56 VSM was 122,345 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL56 VSM passed its MOT?
FL56 VSM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.
Is FL56 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL56 VSM 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 FL56 VSM?
FL56 VSM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.