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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 175,300 miles on the clock, averaging 13,098 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for FM56 BWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,098 |
| 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 | FM56 BWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FM56 BWJ
What car is FM56 BWJ?
FM56 BWJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FM56 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for FM56 BWJ was 175,300 miles, recorded on 14 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM56 BWJ passed its MOT?
FM56 BWJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2018.
Is FM56 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM56 BWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM56 BWJ?
FM56 BWJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.