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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 113,245 miles on the clock, averaging 6,125 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 WD55 XKA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,125 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WD55 XKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WD55 XKA
What car is WD55 XKA?
WD55 XKA is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Exeter in 2006.
What is the mileage of WD55 XKA?
The last recorded mileage for WD55 XKA was 113,245 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD55 XKA passed its MOT?
WD55 XKA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2019.
Is WD55 XKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD55 XKA 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 WD55 XKA?
WD55 XKA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.