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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 115,292 miles on the clock, averaging 6,884 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 SM06 MLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,292 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,884 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM06 MLJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SM06 MLJ
What car is SM06 MLJ?
SM06 MLJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 MLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 MLJ was 115,292 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 MLJ passed its MOT?
SM06 MLJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2021.
Is SM06 MLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 MLJ 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 SM06 MLJ?
SM06 MLJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.