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VN06 RPX

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 99,203 miles on the clock, averaging 5,484 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 VN06 RPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,203
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2009
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,484

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,203 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN06 RPX 33k49k66k83k99k '09'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,628 miles
PASS
Mileage97,575 miles
Since last MOT+2,248 miles
PASS
Mileage95,327 miles
Since last MOT+3,062 miles
PASS
Mileage92,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,316 miles
PASS
Mileage84,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,949 miles
Since last MOT+8,368 miles
PASS
Mileage76,581 miles
Since last MOT+2,671 miles
PASS
Mileage73,910 miles
Since last MOT+2,874 miles
PASS
Mileage71,036 miles
Since last MOT+3,707 miles
PASS
Mileage67,329 miles
Since last MOT+5,124 miles
PASS
Mileage62,205 miles
Since last MOT+6,314 miles
PASS
Mileage55,891 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,891 miles
Since last MOT+8,527 miles
PASS
Mileage47,364 miles
Since last MOT+14,584 miles
PASS
Mileage32,780 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

RegistrationVN06 RPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About VN06 RPX

What car is VN06 RPX?

VN06 RPX is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.

What is the mileage of VN06 RPX?

The last recorded mileage for VN06 RPX was 99,203 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN06 RPX passed its MOT?

VN06 RPX has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2021.

Is VN06 RPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN06 RPX 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 VN06 RPX?

VN06 RPX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.