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AF06 EFD

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

202,363 mi
Last recorded202,363 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 EFD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 202,363 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 188,763 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 171,779 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 162,792 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both headlight lenses fading

Fail 31 Jul 2020 162,792 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both headlight lenses fading

Pass 5 Jul 2019 155,319 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Jul 2019 155,319 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jul 2018 143,908 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Jul 2018 143,908 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jul 2017 134,082 miles

oil leak

slight play on both inner rack ends

Pass 11 Jul 2016 124,374 miles

child seat fitted at rear

slight play on inner steering rack joints

Fail 11 Jul 2016 124,374 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

child seat fitted at rear

slight play on inner steering rack joints

Pass 10 Jul 2015 117,008 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 104,858 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 95,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 79,997 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 64,648 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 54,066 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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AF06 EFD is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF06 EFD, 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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AF06 EFD is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 May 2006.

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