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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 159,328 miles on the clock, averaging 19,117 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 FT56 AYH
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,328 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 19,117 |
| 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 | FT56 AYH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FT56 AYH
What car is FT56 AYH?
FT56 AYH is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FT56 AYH?
The last recorded mileage for FT56 AYH was 159,328 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT56 AYH passed its MOT?
FT56 AYH has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2016.
Is FT56 AYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT56 AYH 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 FT56 AYH?
FT56 AYH is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.