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EA06 WLZ

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 102,509 miles on the clock, averaging 7,907 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 EA06 WLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,907

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 reading102,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,907
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA06 WLZ 23k43k63k83k103k '09'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,509 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,508 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage97,021 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,921 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage90,984 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,948 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage83,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,774 miles
Since last MOT+10,170 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,604 miles
Since last MOT+10,006 miles
PASS
Mileage63,598 miles
Since last MOT+9,757 miles
PASS
Mileage53,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,802 miles
PASS
Mileage45,039 miles
Since last MOT+7,218 miles
PASS
Mileage37,821 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage32,733 miles
Since last MOT+9,953 miles
PASS
Mileage22,780 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

RegistrationEA06 WLZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About EA06 WLZ

What car is EA06 WLZ?

EA06 WLZ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EA06 WLZ?

The last recorded mileage for EA06 WLZ was 102,509 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA06 WLZ passed its MOT?

EA06 WLZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2019.

Is EA06 WLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA06 WLZ 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 EA06 WLZ?

EA06 WLZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.