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SY06 LKZ

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1686cc
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 1686cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 149,668 miles on the clock, averaging 7,720 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for SY06 LKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,668
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2010
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
7,720

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,668 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,770
Average per year7,720
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY06 LKZ 118k126k134k142k150k '10'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage149,668 miles
Since last MOT+5,770 miles
PASS
Mileage143,898 miles
Since last MOT+6,281 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,617 miles
Since last MOT+6,766 miles
PASS
Mileage130,851 miles
Since last MOT+12,592 miles
PASS
Mileage118,259 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

RegistrationSY06 LKZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1686cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SY06 LKZ

What car is SY06 LKZ?

SY06 LKZ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1686cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.

What is the mileage of SY06 LKZ?

The last recorded mileage for SY06 LKZ was 149,668 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY06 LKZ passed its MOT?

SY06 LKZ has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 28 Nov 2014.

Is SY06 LKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 LKZ 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 SY06 LKZ?

SY06 LKZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.