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EX56 GVT

2006 Vauxhall Astravan

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,061 mi
Last recorded124,061 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Astravan110,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 GVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2020 124,061 miles

Exhaust back box in poor condition

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Evidence disc has been very hot (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 119,135 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2018 119,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2017 112,691 miles

Nearside Head lamp damaged but not insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 112,691 miles

Nearside Head lamp damaged but not insecure

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 107,603 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective mounting bush separated ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 104,506 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 98,381 miles

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 98,381 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

rear tyres low and perished

Fail 6 Dec 2013 90,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 90,099 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 78,984 miles

offside front tyre bald on outer edges

Pass 19 Nov 2011 65,175 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 52,280 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edge.

Nearside side rear tyre worn on both edges.

Pass 28 Oct 2009 41,089 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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EX56 GVT is a 2006 Vauxhall Astravan in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX56 GVT, 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 EX56 GVT registered?

EX56 GVT is a 2006 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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