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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 97,833 miles on the clock, averaging 6,840 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 SL57 VWF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,833 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,198 |
| Average per year | 6,840 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SL57 VWF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SL57 VWF
What car is SL57 VWF?
SL57 VWF is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL57 VWF?
The last recorded mileage for SL57 VWF was 97,833 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL57 VWF passed its MOT?
SL57 VWF has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2019.
Is SL57 VWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 VWF 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 SL57 VWF?
SL57 VWF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.