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GF56 LKN

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Turquoise Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourTurquoise
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 90,505 miles on the clock, averaging 9,555 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 GF56 LKN

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,505
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2009
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,555

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading90,505 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,555
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF56 LKN 13k33k52k71k91k '09'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,505 miles
Since last MOT+13,717 miles
PASS
Mileage76,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,788 miles
Since last MOT+10,986 miles
PASS
Mileage65,802 miles
Since last MOT+12,631 miles
PASS
Mileage53,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,171 miles
Since last MOT+14,205 miles
PASS
Mileage38,966 miles
Since last MOT+9,861 miles
PASS
Mileage29,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,105 miles
Since last MOT+5,114 miles
PASS
Mileage23,991 miles
Since last MOT+4,976 miles
PASS
Mileage19,015 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,008 miles
Since last MOT+5,620 miles
PASS
Mileage13,388 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

RegistrationGF56 LKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About GF56 LKN

What car is GF56 LKN?

GF56 LKN is a turquoise Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.

What is the mileage of GF56 LKN?

The last recorded mileage for GF56 LKN was 90,505 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF56 LKN passed its MOT?

GF56 LKN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2018.

Is GF56 LKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 LKN 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 GF56 LKN?

GF56 LKN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.