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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 202,565 miles on the clock, averaging 13,553 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 BK05 HVU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,949 |
| Average per year | 13,553 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BK05 HVU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 HVU
What car is BK05 HVU?
BK05 HVU is a gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 HVU?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 HVU was 202,565 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 HVU passed its MOT?
BK05 HVU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2020.
Is BK05 HVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 HVU 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 BK05 HVU?
BK05 HVU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.