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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 160,460 miles on the clock, averaging 13,446 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 XAU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 13,446 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 XAU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 XAU
What car is AV05 XAU?
AV05 XAU is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 XAU was 160,460 miles, recorded on 26 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 XAU passed its MOT?
AV05 XAU has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2016.
Is AV05 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 XAU 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 XAU?
AV05 XAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.