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GT06 ECE

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 80,200 miles on the clock, averaging 6,941 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 GT06 ECE

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,200
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2018
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,941

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 reading80,200 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,741
Average per year6,941
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GT06 ECE 52k59k66k73k80k '18'22'20

Check GT06 ECE

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,200 miles
Since last MOT+7,741 miles
PASS
Mileage72,459 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,457 miles
Since last MOT+8,653 miles
PASS
Mileage63,804 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage58,903 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,902 miles
Since last MOT+6,677 miles
PASS
Mileage52,225 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

RegistrationGT06 ECE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGT — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GT06 ECE

What car is GT06 ECE?

GT06 ECE is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GT06 ECE?

The last recorded mileage for GT06 ECE was 80,200 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GT06 ECE passed its MOT?

GT06 ECE has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2022.

Is GT06 ECE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GT06 ECE 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 GT06 ECE?

GT06 ECE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.