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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 117,643 miles on the clock, averaging 7,642 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 FM55 RBX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,642 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FM55 RBX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FM55 RBX
What car is FM55 RBX?
FM55 RBX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FM55 RBX?
The last recorded mileage for FM55 RBX was 117,643 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM55 RBX passed its MOT?
FM55 RBX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is FM55 RBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM55 RBX 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 FM55 RBX?
FM55 RBX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.