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CV05 DUH

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 4 (33% pass rate). It has 30,025 miles on the clock, averaging 7,733 miles per year, around 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 DUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
30,025
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2008
33%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,733

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading30,025 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,479
Average per year7,733
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CV05 DUH 15k19k22k26k30k '08'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage30,025 miles
Since last MOT+7,479 miles
PASS
Mileage22,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,546 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,542 miles
Since last MOT+7,764 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,778 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,754 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 DUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CV05 DUH

What car is CV05 DUH?

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

What is the mileage of CV05 DUH?

The last recorded mileage for CV05 DUH was 30,025 miles, recorded on 4 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV05 DUH passed its MOT?

CV05 DUH has had 6 MOT tests with a 33% pass rate (2 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2010.

Is CV05 DUH ULEZ compliant?

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

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