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WR55 SLZ

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 143,451 miles on the clock, averaging 4,335 miles per year, well 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 WR55 SLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,451
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,335

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading143,451 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,047
Average per year4,335
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR55 SLZ 108k117k126k134k143k '09'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,451 miles
Since last MOT+7,047 miles
PASS
Mileage136,404 miles
Since last MOT+1,761 miles
PASS
Mileage134,643 miles
PASS
Mileage168,774 miles
Since last MOT+5,474 miles
PASS
Mileage163,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,300 miles
Since last MOT+6,378 miles
PASS
Mileage156,922 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,919 miles
Since last MOT+9,629 miles
PASS
Mileage147,290 miles
Since last MOT+9,057 miles
PASS
Mileage138,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,233 miles
Since last MOT+30,683 miles
PASS
Mileage107,550 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

RegistrationWR55 SLZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WR55 SLZ

What car is WR55 SLZ?

WR55 SLZ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2006.

What is the mileage of WR55 SLZ?

The last recorded mileage for WR55 SLZ was 143,451 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR55 SLZ passed its MOT?

WR55 SLZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.

Is WR55 SLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 SLZ 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 WR55 SLZ?

WR55 SLZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.