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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 84,468 miles on the clock, averaging 7,156 miles per year, 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 BP05 ELV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 76 |
| Average per year | 7,156 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BP05 ELV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BP05 ELV
What car is BP05 ELV?
BP05 ELV is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP05 ELV?
The last recorded mileage for BP05 ELV was 84,468 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP05 ELV passed its MOT?
BP05 ELV has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2016.
Is BP05 ELV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP05 ELV 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 BP05 ELV?
BP05 ELV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.