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SY56 CLX

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 91,287 miles on the clock, averaging 7,723 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for SY56 CLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,287
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2009
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,723

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading91,287 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,723
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY56 CLX 30k46k61k76k91k '09'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,287 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,287 miles
Since last MOT+13,603 miles
PASS
Mileage77,684 miles
Since last MOT+13,392 miles
PASS
Mileage64,292 miles
Since last MOT+9,398 miles
PASS
Mileage54,894 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,894 miles
Since last MOT+6,571 miles
PASS
Mileage48,323 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,314 miles
Since last MOT+4,519 miles
PASS
Mileage43,795 miles
Since last MOT+6,171 miles
PASS
Mileage37,624 miles
Since last MOT+7,260 miles
PASS
Mileage30,364 miles

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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

RegistrationSY56 CLX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About SY56 CLX

What car is SY56 CLX?

SY56 CLX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.

What is the mileage of SY56 CLX?

The last recorded mileage for SY56 CLX was 91,287 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY56 CLX passed its MOT?

SY56 CLX has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2017.

Is SY56 CLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 CLX 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 SY56 CLX?

SY56 CLX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.