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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 94,995 miles on the clock, averaging 9,173 miles per year, above 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 WEP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 94,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AV05 WEP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 WEP
What car is AV05 WEP?
AV05 WEP is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 WEP?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 WEP was 94,995 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 WEP passed its MOT?
AV05 WEP has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2017.
Is AV05 WEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 WEP 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 WEP?
AV05 WEP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.