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A8 VXL

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

112,993 mi
Last recorded112,993 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VXL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 112,993 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jan 2025 106,959 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 101,408 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 96,654 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 92,283 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 88,649 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 84,394 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 78,308 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 73,446 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 68,064 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 62,644 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 58,442 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 55,324 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 51,229 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 43,309 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 36,539 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 32,528 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Fail 26 Sep 2009 32,528 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

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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A8 VXL is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,910cc 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 A8 VXL, 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 A8 VXL registered?

A8 VXL is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is A8 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VXL 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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