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OV06 KEU

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 88,952 miles on the clock, averaging 11,448 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 OV06 KEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,952
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2009
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
11,448

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,952 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,729
Average per year11,448
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OV06 KEU 42k54k66k77k89k '09'13'11

Check OV06 KEU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage88,952 miles
Since last MOT+7,729 miles
PASS
Mileage81,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,223 miles
Since last MOT+11,100 miles
PASS
Mileage70,123 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,065 miles
Since last MOT+12,263 miles
PASS
Mileage57,802 miles
Since last MOT+15,422 miles
PASS
Mileage42,380 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,380 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

RegistrationOV06 KEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About OV06 KEU

What car is OV06 KEU?

OV06 KEU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.

What is the mileage of OV06 KEU?

The last recorded mileage for OV06 KEU was 88,952 miles, recorded on 31 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV06 KEU passed its MOT?

OV06 KEU has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 31 May 2013.

Is OV06 KEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV06 KEU 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 OV06 KEU?

OV06 KEU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.