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AE56 XUL

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

100,697 mi
Last recorded100,697 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XUL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 100,697 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 100,594 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 93,542 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery carrier insecure

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 17 Apr 2019 93,542 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery carrier insecure

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,527 miles

Offside Rear tyre has screw in tread

battery tray bolts missing or lose

Fail 24 Mar 2018 89,527 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has screw in tread

battery tray bolts missing or lose

Pass 22 Apr 2017 85,270 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2017 85,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 69,731 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 62,676 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 62,676 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 49,715 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,754 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 35,608 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 30,125 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 24,806 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 24,806 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 18,872 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 18,872 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009
Fail 29 Jul 2009

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AE56 XUL is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE56 XUL, 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 AE56 XUL registered?

AE56 XUL is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 September 2006.

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