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A26 LGY

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

26,447 mi
Last recorded26,447 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 LGY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 26,447 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 24,166 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 24,151 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front mount to subframe (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 24,133 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 19,782 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 19,722 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 19,605 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 19,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 19,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 18,733 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 17,922 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,226 miles

offside rear tyre on 2mm towards outer edge and smooth on edge

splits in nearside front tyre outer sidewall not to body cords

Pass 22 Sep 2015 16,599 miles

offside rear tyre on 2mm towards inner edge and smooth on edge

Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,299 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 13,943 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 13,917 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 13,054 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 12,154 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2010 10,549 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 8,012 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 7,998 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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A26 LGY is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 A26 LGY, 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 A26 LGY registered?

A26 LGY is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is A26 LGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 LGY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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