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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 118,005 miles on the clock, averaging 5,777 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 SE56 BVJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,013 |
| Average per year | 5,777 |
| 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 | SE56 BVJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SE56 BVJ
What car is SE56 BVJ?
SE56 BVJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SE56 BVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SE56 BVJ was 118,005 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE56 BVJ passed its MOT?
SE56 BVJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 31 Oct 2024.
Is SE56 BVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE56 BVJ 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 SE56 BVJ?
SE56 BVJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.