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2006 Vauxhall Astravan 1.7L Diesel · SK06 DHA

SK06 DHA

2006 Vauxhall Astravan (1.7L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 88,349 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN
Year / Origin
2006 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 20 Jul 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
88,349 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 20 Jul 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1686cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, following a successful MOT test on July 22 2025 at 88,349 miles where no defects were recorded. This result rectifies a failure from October 2024 at 87,346 miles, indicating that the owner addressed necessary issues to regain compliance. The overall history suggests a vehicle that has been maintained to a functional standard without evidence of escalating mechanical failure or structural degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,417 miles per year. Data shows a consistent but sparse usage pattern, with 11,000 mile intervals covered between July 2021 and September 2022, and another 9,425 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. This low annual mileage suggests the van was likely used for short-distance trips, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and rear s sills, as older Astravans are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger immediate failure. Given the low mileage, inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and the brake lines for perished rubber which often occurs from lack of use. While the 2024 failure lacked a specific defect description in this record, the subsequent pass confirms the vehicle remains mechanically viable for road use under current conditions.
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SK06 DHA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
  • 88,349 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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SK06 DHA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 07:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Vauxhall Astravan (SK06 DHA) between September 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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: “Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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SK06 DHA Mileage History

  1. 08/09/202272,361 mi
  2. 05/10/202377,924 mi+5,563 mi
  3. 08/10/202487,346 mi+9,422 mi
  4. 22/07/202588,349 mi+1,003 mi

Average of roughly 5,572 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (75%)
Older vehicle
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