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FN56 LHA

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 123,841 miles on the clock, averaging 8,120 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 FN56 LHA

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,841
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,120

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,841 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,120
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN56 LHA 40k61k82k103k124k '09'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,841 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,835 miles
Since last MOT+15,009 miles
PASS
Mileage108,826 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,821 miles
Since last MOT+8,248 miles
PASS
Mileage100,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,573 miles
Since last MOT+8,024 miles
PASS
Mileage92,549 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,548 miles
Since last MOT+10,426 miles
PASS
Mileage82,122 miles
Since last MOT+10,098 miles
PASS
Mileage72,024 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,023 miles
Since last MOT+5,063 miles
PASS
Mileage66,960 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage62,202 miles
Since last MOT+7,113 miles
PASS
Mileage55,089 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage47,488 miles
Since last MOT+7,244 miles
PASS
Mileage40,244 miles

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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

RegistrationFN56 LHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About FN56 LHA

What car is FN56 LHA?

FN56 LHA is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of FN56 LHA?

The last recorded mileage for FN56 LHA was 123,841 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN56 LHA passed its MOT?

FN56 LHA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2019.

Is FN56 LHA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN56 LHA 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 FN56 LHA?

FN56 LHA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.