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GF06 CAV

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 154,664 miles on the clock, averaging 37,070 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for GF06 CAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,664
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
37,070

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,664 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43,608
Average per year37,070
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF06 CAV 37k66k96k125k155k '09'12'11

Check GF06 CAV

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage154,664 miles
Since last MOT+43,608 miles
PASS
Mileage111,056 miles
Since last MOT+39,880 miles
PASS
Mileage71,176 miles
Since last MOT+34,445 miles
PASS
Mileage36,731 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

RegistrationGF06 CAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GF06 CAV

What car is GF06 CAV?

GF06 CAV is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.

What is the mileage of GF06 CAV?

The last recorded mileage for GF06 CAV was 154,664 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF06 CAV passed its MOT?

GF06 CAV has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 8 Aug 2012.

Is GF06 CAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF06 CAV 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 GF06 CAV?

GF06 CAV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.