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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 165,580 miles on the clock, averaging 25,603 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 OU56 WKG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,246 |
| Average per year | 25,603 |
| 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 | OU56 WKG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OU56 WKG
What car is OU56 WKG?
OU56 WKG is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU56 WKG?
The last recorded mileage for OU56 WKG was 165,580 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU56 WKG passed its MOT?
OU56 WKG has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 12 Jun 2014.
Is OU56 WKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU56 WKG 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 WKG?
OU56 WKG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.