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WK55 GFU

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Truro, West of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 97,595 miles on the clock, averaging 9,969 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WK55 GFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,595
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2009
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,969

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading97,595 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,969
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WK55 GFU 26k44k62k80k98k '09'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,595 miles
Since last MOT+9,767 miles
PASS
Mileage87,828 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,822 miles
Since last MOT+11,266 miles
PASS
Mileage76,556 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,550 miles
Since last MOT+12,798 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,752 miles
Since last MOT+12,475 miles
PASS
Mileage51,277 miles
Since last MOT+10,860 miles
PASS
Mileage40,417 miles
Since last MOT+8,441 miles
PASS
Mileage31,976 miles
Since last MOT+5,913 miles
PASS
Mileage26,063 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

RegistrationWK55 GFU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeWK — Truro, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WK55 GFU

What car is WK55 GFU?

WK55 GFU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Truro in 2006.

What is the mileage of WK55 GFU?

The last recorded mileage for WK55 GFU was 97,595 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WK55 GFU passed its MOT?

WK55 GFU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2016.

Is WK55 GFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK55 GFU 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 WK55 GFU?

WK55 GFU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.