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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 170,784 miles on the clock, averaging 7,916 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 RK56 VJM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 170,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,649 |
| Average per year | 7,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RK56 VJM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 VJM
What car is RK56 VJM?
RK56 VJM is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 VJM?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 VJM was 170,784 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 VJM passed its MOT?
RK56 VJM has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2025.
Is RK56 VJM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 VJM 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 RK56 VJM?
RK56 VJM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.