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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 156,802 miles on the clock, averaging 8,203 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for YT55 KCZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 8,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YT55 KCZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YT55 KCZ
What car is YT55 KCZ?
YT55 KCZ is a grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YT55 KCZ?
The last recorded mileage for YT55 KCZ was 156,802 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT55 KCZ passed its MOT?
YT55 KCZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2018.
Is YT55 KCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT55 KCZ 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 YT55 KCZ?
YT55 KCZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.