2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · SM06 NHL
2006 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 77,595 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,595 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM06 NHL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 77,595 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM06 NHL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Vauxhall Astra (SM06 NHL) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 44 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: “Front Headlamp lens seriously defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Front Headlamp aim too high ns and os (4.1.2 (a))”; “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”.
SM06 NHL Mileage History
- 15/06/202455,726 mi
- 15/06/202455,726 mi
- 14/06/202560,528 mi+4,802 mi
- 14/06/202560,528 mi
- 17/06/202677,595 mi+17,067 mi
Average of roughly 10,910 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra H
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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