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GP06 OVC

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 107,633 miles on the clock, averaging 8,603 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 GP06 OVC

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,633
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,603

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 reading107,633 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,603
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP06 OVC 16k39k62k85k108k '09'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,633 miles
Since last MOT+9,703 miles
PASS
Mileage97,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,921 miles
PASS
Mileage90,009 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage81,959 miles
Since last MOT+6,634 miles
PASS
Mileage75,325 miles
Since last MOT+4,012 miles
PASS
Mileage71,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,951 miles
PASS
Mileage66,362 miles
Since last MOT+5,240 miles
PASS
Mileage61,122 miles
Since last MOT+9,900 miles
PASS
Mileage51,222 miles
Since last MOT+27,530 miles
PASS
Mileage23,692 miles
Since last MOT+7,519 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,173 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

RegistrationGP06 OVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GP06 OVC

What car is GP06 OVC?

GP06 OVC is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP06 OVC?

The last recorded mileage for GP06 OVC was 107,633 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP06 OVC passed its MOT?

GP06 OVC has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2020.

Is GP06 OVC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP06 OVC 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 GP06 OVC?

GP06 OVC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.