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FN06 LWU

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 111,775 miles on the clock, averaging 8,892 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 FN06 LWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,775
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
8,892

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,775 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,305
Average per year8,892
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN06 LWU 32k52k72k92k112k '09'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,775 miles
Since last MOT+5,305 miles
PASS
Mileage106,470 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,460 miles
Since last MOT+7,148 miles
PASS
Mileage99,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,312 miles
Since last MOT+11,326 miles
PASS
Mileage87,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,986 miles
Since last MOT+7,994 miles
PASS
Mileage79,992 miles
Since last MOT+8,877 miles
PASS
Mileage71,115 miles
Since last MOT+8,520 miles
PASS
Mileage62,595 miles
Since last MOT+10,475 miles
PASS
Mileage52,120 miles
Since last MOT+20,497 miles
PASS
Mileage31,623 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

RegistrationFN06 LWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About FN06 LWU

What car is FN06 LWU?

FN06 LWU is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of FN06 LWU?

The last recorded mileage for FN06 LWU was 111,775 miles, recorded on 4 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN06 LWU passed its MOT?

FN06 LWU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2018.

Is FN06 LWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN06 LWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FN06 LWU?

FN06 LWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.