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AJ06 TXC

2006 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,656 mi
Last recorded153,656 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astra75,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 TXC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 153,656 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 153,654 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 146,014 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 138,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 130,442 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 122,170 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 122,170 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 110,720 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 98,526 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 81,915 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 65,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 65,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AJ06 TXC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ06 TXC, 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 AJ06 TXC registered?

AJ06 TXC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is AJ06 TXC safe to buy?

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