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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 115,698 miles on the clock, averaging 5,567 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 CV05 EFH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,567 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | CV05 EFH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CV05 EFH
What car is CV05 EFH?
CV05 EFH is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CV05 EFH?
The last recorded mileage for CV05 EFH was 115,698 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV05 EFH passed its MOT?
CV05 EFH has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2024.
Is CV05 EFH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV05 EFH 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 EFH?
CV05 EFH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.