2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · KC56 ABV
2006 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 58,691 miles. MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KC56 ABV Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2026
- 58,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KC56 ABV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Vauxhall Astra (KC56 ABV) between October 2009 and October 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
KC56 ABV Mileage History
- 27/10/200915,612 mi
- 16/10/201019,746 mi+4,134 mi
- 08/10/201120,293 mi+547 mi
- 13/10/201221,919 mi+1,626 mi
- 12/10/201322,844 mi+925 mi
- 21/10/201424,250 mi+1,406 mi
- 17/10/201530,844 mi+6,594 mi
- 15/10/201638,130 mi+7,286 mi
- 17/10/201638,145 mi+15 mi
- 07/10/201740,365 mi+2,220 mi
- 01/10/201842,409 mi+2,044 mi
- 05/10/201944,051 mi+1,642 mi
- 30/09/202045,500 mi+1,449 mi
- 13/10/202147,522 mi+2,022 mi
- 19/10/202249,763 mi+2,241 mi
- 11/10/202351,796 mi+2,033 mi
- 18/10/202351,843 mi+47 mi
- 07/10/202453,767 mi+1,924 mi
- 15/10/202556,281 mi+2,514 mi
- 16/10/202556,291 mi+10 mi
- 14/10/202658,691 mi+2,400 mi
Average of roughly 2,540 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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