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EO06 GKU

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 91,450 miles on the clock, averaging 6,211 miles per year, 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 EO06 GKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,450
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2009
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,211

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,450 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,211
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO06 GKU 12k32k52k72k91k '09'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,882 miles
PASS
Mileage84,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,061 miles
PASS
Mileage78,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
PASS
Mileage71,546 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,545 miles
Since last MOT+5,325 miles
PASS
Mileage66,220 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,220 miles
Since last MOT+6,562 miles
PASS
Mileage59,658 miles
Since last MOT+9,864 miles
PASS
Mileage49,794 miles
Since last MOT+9,985 miles
PASS
Mileage39,809 miles
Since last MOT+845 miles
PASS
Mileage38,964 miles
Since last MOT+8,849 miles
PASS
Mileage30,115 miles
Since last MOT+3,191 miles
PASS
Mileage26,924 miles
Since last MOT+3,957 miles
PASS
Mileage22,967 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage18,023 miles
Since last MOT+5,525 miles
PASS
Mileage12,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,498 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

RegistrationEO06 GKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About EO06 GKU

What car is EO06 GKU?

EO06 GKU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EO06 GKU?

The last recorded mileage for EO06 GKU was 91,450 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO06 GKU passed its MOT?

EO06 GKU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.

Is EO06 GKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO06 GKU 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 EO06 GKU?

EO06 GKU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.