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YR56 MWW

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 77,215 miles on the clock, averaging 7,299 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 YR56 MWW

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,215
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
7,299

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

Below average
Latest reading77,215 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,497
Average per year7,299
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR56 MWW 59k64k68k73k77k '09'12'11

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,215 miles
Since last MOT+2,497 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,718 miles
Since last MOT+6,691 miles
PASS
Mileage68,027 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage59,268 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

RegistrationYR56 MWW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About YR56 MWW

What car is YR56 MWW?

YR56 MWW is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.

What is the mileage of YR56 MWW?

The last recorded mileage for YR56 MWW was 77,215 miles, recorded on 9 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR56 MWW passed its MOT?

YR56 MWW has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 May 2012.

Is YR56 MWW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 MWW 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 YR56 MWW?

YR56 MWW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.