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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 85,217 miles on the clock, averaging 6,590 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 CA05 YMT
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,217 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,590 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | CA05 YMT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CA05 YMT
What car is CA05 YMT?
CA05 YMT is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CA05 YMT?
The last recorded mileage for CA05 YMT was 85,217 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA05 YMT passed its MOT?
CA05 YMT has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2016.
Is CA05 YMT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA05 YMT 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 CA05 YMT?
CA05 YMT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.