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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 107,318 miles on the clock, averaging 7,115 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 SO55 OYX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,318 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,041 |
| Average per year | 7,115 |
| 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 | SO55 OYX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 OYX
What car is SO55 OYX?
SO55 OYX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO55 OYX?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 OYX was 107,318 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 OYX passed its MOT?
SO55 OYX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2019.
Is SO55 OYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 OYX 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 SO55 OYX?
SO55 OYX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.