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AV05 PXA

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 108,900 miles on the clock, averaging 7,835 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AV05 PXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,900
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,835

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,900 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,023
Average per year7,835
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV05 PXA 28k48k68k89k109k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,900 miles
Since last MOT+2,023 miles
PASS
Mileage106,877 miles
Since last MOT+7,750 miles
PASS
Mileage99,127 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage99,127 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,060 miles
Since last MOT+10,379 miles
PASS
Mileage88,681 miles
Since last MOT+9,543 miles
PASS
Mileage79,138 miles
Since last MOT+8,344 miles
PASS
Mileage70,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,794 miles
Since last MOT+8,561 miles
PASS
Mileage62,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,233 miles
Since last MOT+1,451 miles
PASS
Mileage60,782 miles
Since last MOT+7,048 miles
PASS
Mileage53,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,734 miles
Since last MOT+7,656 miles
PASS
Mileage46,078 miles
Since last MOT+8,307 miles
PASS
Mileage37,771 miles
Since last MOT+9,804 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,967 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 PXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About AV05 PXA

What car is AV05 PXA?

AV05 PXA is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AV05 PXA?

The last recorded mileage for AV05 PXA was 108,900 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV05 PXA passed its MOT?

AV05 PXA has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2018.

Is AV05 PXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 PXA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AV05 PXA?

AV05 PXA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.