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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 107,011 miles on the clock, averaging 5,496 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 FM56 BXA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,011 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,419 |
| Average per year | 5,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 BXA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 BXA
What car is FM56 BXA?
FM56 BXA is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FM56 BXA?
The last recorded mileage for FM56 BXA was 107,011 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM56 BXA passed its MOT?
FM56 BXA has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is FM56 BXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM56 BXA 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 FM56 BXA?
FM56 BXA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.