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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 69,512 miles on the clock, averaging 4,962 miles per year, well below 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 KTL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 KTL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 KTL
What car is BK05 KTL?
BK05 KTL is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 KTL?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 KTL was 69,512 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 KTL passed its MOT?
BK05 KTL has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.
Is BK05 KTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 KTL 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 KTL?
BK05 KTL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.