2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BL56 RYO
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2007. Recorded mileage 159,428 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BL56 RYO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2025
- 159,428 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL56 RYO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Astra (BL56 RYO) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 27 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
BL56 RYO Mileage History
- 11/10/2022150,251 mi
- 29/09/2023152,783 mi+2,532 mi
- 04/10/2024155,753 mi+2,970 mi
- 06/10/2025159,428 mi+3,675 mi
Average of roughly 3,073 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Vauxhall Astra H
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (BL56 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as BL56RYO.
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
TRANSIT CONNECT
FORD
TRANSIT
FORD
TRANSIT
FORD
RANGER
FORD
TRANSIT CONNECT
FORD
RANGER
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
TRANSIT CUSTOM 300LIMITD EBLUE
FORD
FOCUS
FORD
FUSION
FORD
TRANSIT CONNECT
VAUXHALL ASTRA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2007 model year cars.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The 6-speed M32 manual is notorious for bearing wear, leading to gear whine and eventually expensive rebuilds.
- CIM steering column module faultsModerate
The column integration module can cause intermittent loss of indicators, horn, steering-angle data or power steering calibration issues.
- Swirl flap and EGR trouble (1.9 CDTi)Moderate
The Fiat-sourced 1.9 diesel can suffer inlet swirl flap wear, EGR clogging and associated flat spots or warning lights.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.