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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 147,077 miles on the clock, averaging 10,897 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 FV57 OWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 314 |
| Average per year | 10,897 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FV57 OWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FV57 OWJ
What car is FV57 OWJ?
FV57 OWJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FV57 OWJ?
The last recorded mileage for FV57 OWJ was 147,077 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV57 OWJ passed its MOT?
FV57 OWJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2021.
Is FV57 OWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV57 OWJ 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 FV57 OWJ?
FV57 OWJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.