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FN56 OUC

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBeige
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 107,666 miles on the clock, averaging 8,992 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 OUC

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,666
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2009
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,992

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading107,666 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,974
Average per year8,992
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN56 OUC 43k59k75k92k108k '09'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,666 miles
Since last MOT+10,974 miles
PASS
Mileage96,692 miles
Since last MOT+9,127 miles
PASS
Mileage87,565 miles
Since last MOT+7,935 miles
PASS
Mileage79,630 miles
Since last MOT+7,020 miles
PASS
Mileage72,610 miles
Since last MOT+6,889 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,721 miles
Since last MOT+9,434 miles
PASS
Mileage56,287 miles
Since last MOT+12,186 miles
PASS
Mileage44,101 miles
Since last MOT+1,010 miles
PASS
Mileage43,091 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 OUC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About FN56 OUC

What car is FN56 OUC?

FN56 OUC is an beige Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of FN56 OUC?

The last recorded mileage for FN56 OUC was 107,666 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN56 OUC passed its MOT?

FN56 OUC has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Dec 2016.

Is FN56 OUC ULEZ compliant?

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

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