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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 139,135 miles on the clock, averaging 7,589 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 NJ57 VGF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,327 |
| Average per year | 7,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NJ57 VGF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About NJ57 VGF
What car is NJ57 VGF?
NJ57 VGF is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2007.
What is the mileage of NJ57 VGF?
The last recorded mileage for NJ57 VGF was 139,135 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ57 VGF passed its MOT?
NJ57 VGF has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Apr 2019.
Is NJ57 VGF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ57 VGF 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 NJ57 VGF?
NJ57 VGF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.