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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 72,101 miles on the clock, averaging 3,903 miles per year, well 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 OU06 KVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,876 |
| Average per year | 3,903 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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
| Registration | OU06 KVS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About OU06 KVS
What car is OU06 KVS?
OU06 KVS is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU06 KVS?
The last recorded mileage for OU06 KVS was 72,101 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU06 KVS passed its MOT?
OU06 KVS has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Apr 2025.
Is OU06 KVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU06 KVS 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 OU06 KVS?
OU06 KVS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.