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OV56 SKD

2007 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Beige Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 19 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2007
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBeige
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 62,339 miles on the clock, averaging 4,669 miles per year, well 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 OV56 SKD

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,339
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,669

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,339 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,669
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OV56 SKD 11k24k37k50k62k '09'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,339 miles
Since last MOT+6,519 miles
PASS
Mileage55,820 miles
Since last MOT+3,008 miles
PASS
Mileage52,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,812 miles
Since last MOT+5,123 miles
PASS
Mileage47,689 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,681 miles
Since last MOT+6,569 miles
PASS
Mileage41,112 miles
Since last MOT+3,078 miles
PASS
Mileage38,034 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,034 miles
Since last MOT+3,188 miles
PASS
Mileage34,846 miles
Since last MOT+2,689 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,157 miles
Since last MOT+3,791 miles
PASS
Mileage28,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,626 miles
PASS
Mileage23,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage18,384 miles
Since last MOT+6,338 miles
PASS
Mileage12,046 miles
Since last MOT+901 miles
PASS
Mileage11,145 miles

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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

RegistrationOV56 SKD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2007
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About OV56 SKD

What car is OV56 SKD?

OV56 SKD is an beige Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.

What is the mileage of OV56 SKD?

The last recorded mileage for OV56 SKD was 62,339 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV56 SKD passed its MOT?

OV56 SKD has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2020.

Is OV56 SKD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 SKD 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 OV56 SKD?

OV56 SKD is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.