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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 221,321 miles on the clock, averaging 13,308 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 RA06 SXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,628 |
| Average per year | 13,308 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RA06 SXS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RA06 SXS
What car is RA06 SXS?
RA06 SXS is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RA06 SXS?
The last recorded mileage for RA06 SXS was 221,321 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA06 SXS passed its MOT?
RA06 SXS has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 10 Apr 2024.
Is RA06 SXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA06 SXS 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 RA06 SXS?
RA06 SXS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.