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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 143,677 miles on the clock, averaging 9,949 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 MT55 XAB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,677 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,688 |
| Average per year | 9,949 |
| 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 | MT55 XAB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 XAB
What car is MT55 XAB?
MT55 XAB is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT55 XAB?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 XAB was 143,677 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 XAB passed its MOT?
MT55 XAB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2019.
Is MT55 XAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 XAB 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 MT55 XAB?
MT55 XAB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.