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SO06 JGU

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 116,824 miles on the clock, averaging 6,136 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 SO06 JGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,824
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2009
64%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,136

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 reading116,824 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,136
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SO06 JGU 30k52k73k95k117k '09'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,824 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,823 miles
Since last MOT+2,977 miles
PASS
Mileage113,846 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,844 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage111,927 miles
Since last MOT+2,385 miles
PASS
Mileage109,542 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,542 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage107,129 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,128 miles
Since last MOT+2,081 miles
PASS
Mileage105,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,835 miles
PASS
Mileage102,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,955 miles
PASS
Mileage99,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,257 miles
Since last MOT+12,723 miles
PASS
Mileage86,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,534 miles
Since last MOT+13,270 miles
PASS
Mileage73,264 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,264 miles
Since last MOT+9,593 miles
PASS
Mileage63,671 miles
Since last MOT+4,315 miles
PASS
Mileage59,356 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,349 miles
Since last MOT+7,799 miles
PASS
Mileage51,550 miles
Since last MOT+7,096 miles
PASS
Mileage44,454 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage39,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,262 miles
Since last MOT+9,224 miles
PASS
Mileage30,038 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

RegistrationSO06 JGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSO — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SO06 JGU

What car is SO06 JGU?

SO06 JGU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SO06 JGU?

The last recorded mileage for SO06 JGU was 116,824 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SO06 JGU passed its MOT?

SO06 JGU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2023.

Is SO06 JGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 JGU 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 SO06 JGU?

SO06 JGU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.