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BJ06 URH

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 50,686 miles on the clock, averaging 2,863 miles per year, well 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 BJ06 URH

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,686
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
2,863

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading50,686 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,398
Average per year2,863
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BJ06 URH 21k29k36k43k51k '09'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,686 miles
Since last MOT+2,398 miles
PASS
Mileage48,288 miles
Since last MOT+2,889 miles
PASS
Mileage45,399 miles
Since last MOT+1,722 miles
PASS
Mileage43,677 miles
Since last MOT+1,668 miles
PASS
Mileage42,009 miles
Since last MOT+2,577 miles
PASS
Mileage39,432 miles
Since last MOT+3,551 miles
PASS
Mileage35,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,881 miles
Since last MOT+2,936 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,945 miles
Since last MOT+3,391 miles
PASS
Mileage29,554 miles
Since last MOT+3,724 miles
PASS
Mileage25,830 miles
Since last MOT+4,438 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,392 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

RegistrationBJ06 URH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About BJ06 URH

What car is BJ06 URH?

BJ06 URH is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of BJ06 URH?

The last recorded mileage for BJ06 URH was 50,686 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ06 URH passed its MOT?

BJ06 URH has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2019.

Is BJ06 URH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ06 URH 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 BJ06 URH?

BJ06 URH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.