2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · SK07 FWT
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2007. Recorded mileage 120,388 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- 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.
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SK07 FWT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/06/2026
- 120,388 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SK07 FWT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Astra (SK07 FWT) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill ”; “Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))”.
SK07 FWT Mileage History
- 17/06/2024115,584 mi
- 17/06/2025117,644 mi+2,060 mi
- 20/06/2025117,644 mi
- 23/06/2026120,385 mi+2,741 mi
- 29/06/2026120,388 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 2,365 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: 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.
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