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CU06 KWP

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 111,883 miles on the clock, averaging 8,630 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 CU06 KWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,883
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2009
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,630

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,883 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,630
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU06 KWP 33k53k73k92k112k '09'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,883 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,883 miles
Since last MOT+6,366 miles
PASS
Mileage105,517 miles
Since last MOT+6,114 miles
PASS
Mileage99,403 miles
Since last MOT+10,669 miles
PASS
Mileage88,734 miles
Since last MOT+6,098 miles
PASS
Mileage82,636 miles
Since last MOT+11,764 miles
PASS
Mileage70,872 miles
Since last MOT+13,327 miles
PASS
Mileage57,545 miles
Since last MOT+10,558 miles
PASS
Mileage46,987 miles
Since last MOT+3,555 miles
PASS
Mileage43,432 miles
Since last MOT+10,256 miles
PASS
Mileage33,176 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

RegistrationCU06 KWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About CU06 KWP

What car is CU06 KWP?

CU06 KWP is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.

What is the mileage of CU06 KWP?

The last recorded mileage for CU06 KWP was 111,883 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU06 KWP passed its MOT?

CU06 KWP has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Apr 2018.

Is CU06 KWP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU06 KWP 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 CU06 KWP?

CU06 KWP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.