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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 132,889 miles on the clock, averaging 7,956 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 SB56 AYM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,889 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,251 |
| Average per year | 7,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SB56 AYM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SB56 AYM
What car is SB56 AYM?
SB56 AYM is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SB56 AYM?
The last recorded mileage for SB56 AYM was 132,889 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB56 AYM passed its MOT?
SB56 AYM has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2021.
Is SB56 AYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB56 AYM 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 SB56 AYM?
SB56 AYM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.