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PK06 VRO

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 109,019 miles on the clock, averaging 6,495 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 PK06 VRO

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,019
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2009
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,495

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 reading109,019 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,459
Average per year6,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK06 VRO 42k58k75k92k109k '09'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,019 miles
Since last MOT+7,459 miles
PASS
Mileage101,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,957 miles
PASS
Mileage93,603 miles
Since last MOT+2,643 miles
PASS
Mileage90,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,960 miles
Since last MOT+5,136 miles
PASS
Mileage85,824 miles
Since last MOT+6,040 miles
PASS
Mileage79,784 miles
Since last MOT+7,527 miles
PASS
Mileage72,257 miles
Since last MOT+8,832 miles
PASS
Mileage63,425 miles
Since last MOT+9,673 miles
PASS
Mileage53,752 miles
Since last MOT+7,382 miles
PASS
Mileage46,370 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,819 miles
PASS
Mileage41,551 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

RegistrationPK06 VRO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About PK06 VRO

What car is PK06 VRO?

PK06 VRO is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PK06 VRO?

The last recorded mileage for PK06 VRO was 109,019 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK06 VRO passed its MOT?

PK06 VRO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2019.

Is PK06 VRO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK06 VRO 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 PK06 VRO?

PK06 VRO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.