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AD06 MTU

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,611 mi
Last recorded62,611 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD06 MTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 62,611 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 60,736 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 57,606 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Aug 2023 53,781 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Aug 2022 50,779 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 50,773 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 46,834 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 43,332 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 39,688 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 35,714 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 32,287 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 29,029 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 29,029 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 25,881 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 25,881 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 22,542 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 20,587 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 18,959 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,883 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,898 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 10,022 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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AD06 MTU is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AD06 MTU, 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 AD06 MTU registered?

AD06 MTU is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is AD06 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD06 MTU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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