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CU05 OEC

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 136,318 miles on the clock, averaging 11,178 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 CU05 OEC

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,318
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,178

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,318 miles
Reading date
Miles last year28,180
Average per year11,178
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU05 OEC 29k56k83k109k136k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,318 miles
Since last MOT+28,180 miles
PASS
Mileage108,138 miles
Since last MOT+10,224 miles
PASS
Mileage97,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,914 miles
Since last MOT+4,278 miles
PASS
Mileage93,636 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,593 miles
Since last MOT+6,931 miles
PASS
Mileage86,662 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,643 miles
Since last MOT+8,567 miles
PASS
Mileage78,076 miles
Since last MOT+227 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,849 miles
Since last MOT+12,475 miles
PASS
Mileage65,374 miles
Since last MOT+16,364 miles
PASS
Mileage49,010 miles
Since last MOT+10,144 miles
PASS
Mileage38,866 miles
Since last MOT+10,093 miles
PASS
Mileage28,773 miles

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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

RegistrationCU05 OEC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CU05 OEC

What car is CU05 OEC?

CU05 OEC is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.

What is the mileage of CU05 OEC?

The last recorded mileage for CU05 OEC was 136,318 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU05 OEC passed its MOT?

CU05 OEC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2018.

Is CU05 OEC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU05 OEC 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 CU05 OEC?

CU05 OEC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.