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BT55 XRC

2006 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

143,444 mi
Last recorded143,444 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astravan110,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 XRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 143,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Mar 2019 143,433 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 143,318 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested no image (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested no image (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Towbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished and cuts in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2016 124,435 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 124,434 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 121,631 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 111,820 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 17 Aug 2013 97,008 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 82,096 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 67,784 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 43,436 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 43,436 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 20 Jan 2009 32,098 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,098 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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BT55 XRC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 110,337 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 Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT55 XRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT55 XRC registered?

BT55 XRC is a 2006 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 19 January 2006.

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