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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 87,136 miles on the clock, averaging 5,595 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 SJ56 WOR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,136 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,616 |
| Average per year | 5,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 WOR |
| 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 WOR
What car is SJ56 WOR?
SJ56 WOR is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SJ56 WOR?
The last recorded mileage for SJ56 WOR was 87,136 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ56 WOR passed its MOT?
SJ56 WOR has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is SJ56 WOR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ56 WOR 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 WOR?
SJ56 WOR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.