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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 108,884 miles on the clock, averaging 7,253 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 YL56 LWV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,287 |
| Average per year | 7,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YL56 LWV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YL56 LWV
What car is YL56 LWV?
YL56 LWV is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL56 LWV?
The last recorded mileage for YL56 LWV was 108,884 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL56 LWV passed its MOT?
YL56 LWV has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2016.
Is YL56 LWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL56 LWV 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 YL56 LWV?
YL56 LWV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.