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CV05 DLJ

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 82,514 miles on the clock, averaging 9,326 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 CV05 DLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,514
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,326

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading82,514 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,326
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV05 DLJ 23k38k53k68k83k '08'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,514 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,513 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage74,319 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,319 miles
Since last MOT+5,761 miles
PASS
Mileage68,558 miles
Since last MOT+4,870 miles
PASS
Mileage63,688 miles
Since last MOT+6,163 miles
PASS
Mileage57,525 miles
Since last MOT+12,808 miles
PASS
Mileage44,717 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,671 miles
Since last MOT+21,321 miles
PASS
Mileage23,350 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

RegistrationCV05 DLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CV05 DLJ

What car is CV05 DLJ?

CV05 DLJ is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.

What is the mileage of CV05 DLJ?

The last recorded mileage for CV05 DLJ was 82,514 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV05 DLJ passed its MOT?

CV05 DLJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2014.

Is CV05 DLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV05 DLJ 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 CV05 DLJ?

CV05 DLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.