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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 122,074 miles on the clock, averaging 6,031 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 OU56 EHY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,031 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | OU56 EHY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OU56 EHY
What car is OU56 EHY?
OU56 EHY is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU56 EHY?
The last recorded mileage for OU56 EHY was 122,074 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU56 EHY passed its MOT?
OU56 EHY has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2025.
Is OU56 EHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU56 EHY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OU56 EHY?
OU56 EHY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.