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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 121,543 miles on the clock, averaging 8,142 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 HW56 HKA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,474 |
| Average per year | 8,142 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | HW56 HKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HW56 HKA
What car is HW56 HKA?
HW56 HKA is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2007.
What is the mileage of HW56 HKA?
The last recorded mileage for HW56 HKA was 121,543 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW56 HKA passed its MOT?
HW56 HKA has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2023.
Is HW56 HKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW56 HKA 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 HW56 HKA?
HW56 HKA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.