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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 66,866 miles on the clock, averaging 4,165 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 SB56 NUX
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,316 |
| Average per year | 4,165 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 NUX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SB56 NUX
What car is SB56 NUX?
SB56 NUX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SB56 NUX?
The last recorded mileage for SB56 NUX was 66,866 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB56 NUX passed its MOT?
SB56 NUX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2020.
Is SB56 NUX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB56 NUX 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 SB56 NUX?
SB56 NUX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.