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AJ56 JKE

2007 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

96,331 mi
Last recorded96,331 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Vauxhall Astra76,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 JKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 96,331 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Feb 2025 93,190 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts. ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield deteriorated loose.

Fail 25 Feb 2025 93,190 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts. ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield deteriorated loose.

Pass 23 Feb 2024 91,026 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield deteriorated.

Fail 23 Feb 2024 91,026 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield deteriorated.

Pass 24 Feb 2023 88,554 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated.

Pass 22 Feb 2022 85,669 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 82,147 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 82,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 75,906 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 24 Feb 2020 75,904 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust deteriorated

Front brake discs corroded

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 25 Feb 2019 65,680 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 58,091 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 51,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 47,804 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 45,171 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 42,334 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 42,334 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 38,163 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 29,774 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 18,990 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 11,454 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 11,454 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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AJ56 JKE is a 2007 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 76,192 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 AJ56 JKE, 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 19 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ56 JKE is a 2007 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 February 2007.

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