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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 247,488 miles on the clock, averaging 18,267 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for SJ56 VKM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 247,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 452 |
| Average per year | 18,267 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SJ56 VKM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SJ56 VKM
What car is SJ56 VKM?
SJ56 VKM is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SJ56 VKM?
The last recorded mileage for SJ56 VKM was 247,488 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ56 VKM passed its MOT?
SJ56 VKM has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2019.
Is SJ56 VKM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ56 VKM 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 SJ56 VKM?
SJ56 VKM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.