2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · WL55 FOA
2006 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 09 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 152,432 miles. MOT expired on 06 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,432 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL55 FOA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2024
- 152,432 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WL55 FOA 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 (WL55 FOA) between June 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2024 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 (12 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
WL55 FOA Mileage History
- 17/06/2022142,390 mi
- 01/07/2022142,406 mi+16 mi
- 09/06/2023149,256 mi+6,850 mi
- 30/04/2024152,429 mi+3,173 mi
- 08/05/2024152,432 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 5,307 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: Below 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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