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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 64,172 miles on the clock, averaging 5,819 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for GW07 CTU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 64,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,459 |
| Average per year | 5,819 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GW07 CTU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GW — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GW07 CTU
What car is GW07 CTU?
GW07 CTU is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GW07 CTU?
The last recorded mileage for GW07 CTU was 64,172 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GW07 CTU passed its MOT?
GW07 CTU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2016.
Is GW07 CTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GW07 CTU 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 GW07 CTU?
GW07 CTU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.