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AP06 DFV

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
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 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 100,647 miles on the clock, averaging 8,930 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 AP06 DFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,647
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,930

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,647 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,930
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP06 DFV 32k49k67k84k101k '09'17'15

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,647 miles
Since last MOT+14,987 miles
PASS
Mileage85,660 miles
Since last MOT+464 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,196 miles
Since last MOT+11,715 miles
PASS
Mileage73,481 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,400 miles
Since last MOT+12,906 miles
PASS
Mileage60,494 miles
Since last MOT+5,638 miles
PASS
Mileage54,856 miles
Since last MOT+7,127 miles
PASS
Mileage47,729 miles
Since last MOT+5,888 miles
PASS
Mileage41,841 miles
Since last MOT+2,678 miles
PASS
Mileage39,163 miles
Since last MOT+6,776 miles
PASS
Mileage32,387 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

RegistrationAP06 DFV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About AP06 DFV

What car is AP06 DFV?

AP06 DFV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.

What is the mileage of AP06 DFV?

The last recorded mileage for AP06 DFV was 100,647 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP06 DFV passed its MOT?

AP06 DFV has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2017.

Is AP06 DFV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP06 DFV 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 AP06 DFV?

AP06 DFV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.