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OY56 UUV

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 107,010 miles on the clock, averaging 6,499 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 OY56 UUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,010
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2009
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,499

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading107,010 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year6,499
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY56 UUV 22k43k64k86k107k '09'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,010 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage106,990 miles
Since last MOT+7,648 miles
PASS
Mileage99,342 miles
Since last MOT+7,646 miles
PASS
Mileage91,696 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,641 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage86,250 miles
Since last MOT+5,785 miles
PASS
Mileage80,465 miles
Since last MOT+5,823 miles
PASS
Mileage74,642 miles
Since last MOT+9,372 miles
PASS
Mileage65,270 miles
Since last MOT+9,098 miles
PASS
Mileage56,172 miles
Since last MOT+8,804 miles
PASS
Mileage47,368 miles
Since last MOT+15,316 miles
PASS
Mileage32,052 miles
Since last MOT+10,313 miles
PASS
Mileage21,739 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,738 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

RegistrationOY56 UUV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About OY56 UUV

What car is OY56 UUV?

OY56 UUV is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.

What is the mileage of OY56 UUV?

The last recorded mileage for OY56 UUV was 107,010 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY56 UUV passed its MOT?

OY56 UUV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2022.

Is OY56 UUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 UUV 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 OY56 UUV?

OY56 UUV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.