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CV05 EFP

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 93,198 miles on the clock, averaging 8,645 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 EFP

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,645

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading93,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,552
Average per year8,645
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV05 EFP 24k41k59k76k93k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,198 miles
Since last MOT+2,552 miles
PASS
Mileage90,646 miles
Since last MOT+3,196 miles
PASS
Mileage87,450 miles
Since last MOT+10,989 miles
PASS
Mileage76,461 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,460 miles
Since last MOT+12,627 miles
PASS
Mileage63,833 miles
Since last MOT+10,623 miles
PASS
Mileage53,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,210 miles
Since last MOT+10,144 miles
PASS
Mileage43,066 miles
Since last MOT+12,906 miles
PASS
Mileage30,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,985 miles
PASS
Mileage24,175 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 EFP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CV05 EFP

What car is CV05 EFP?

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

What is the mileage of CV05 EFP?

The last recorded mileage for CV05 EFP was 93,198 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV05 EFP passed its MOT?

CV05 EFP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2016.

Is CV05 EFP ULEZ compliant?

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

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