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A15 EMC

2006 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

107,328 mi
Last recorded107,328 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 EMC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 107,328 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 106,026 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 104,550 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 103,097 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 101,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 100,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 99,039 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 97,675 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 95,355 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 93,205 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 90,225 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2014 87,608 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 84,342 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 81,962 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 79,168 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 75,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 61,369 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 61,369 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside front tyre

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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A15 EMC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 75,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 EMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 EMC registered?

A15 EMC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is A15 EMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 EMC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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