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A20 FML

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,192 mi
Last recorded100,192 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 FML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 100,192 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 98,159 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 95,697 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 95,697 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 93,336 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 91,863 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Aug 2021 91,863 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Aug 2020 88,685 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 85,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 84,550 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 73,120 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 63,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edges

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 63,697 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edges

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 50,985 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 39,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 30,872 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,355 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 20,794 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 15,900 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 15,019 miles

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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A20 FML is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A20 FML, 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.

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What year was A20 FML registered?

A20 FML is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is A20 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 FML shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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