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CV05 XMZ

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 104,430 miles on the clock, averaging 8,712 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 XMZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,430
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,712

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 reading104,430 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,712
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CV05 XMZ 36k53k70k87k104k '08'16'13

Check CV05 XMZ

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,430 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,430 miles
Since last MOT+7,817 miles
PASS
Mileage96,613 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,583 miles
Since last MOT+7,640 miles
PASS
Mileage88,943 miles
Since last MOT+7,084 miles
PASS
Mileage81,859 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,845 miles
Since last MOT+8,887 miles
PASS
Mileage72,958 miles
Since last MOT+7,047 miles
PASS
Mileage65,911 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,911 miles
Since last MOT+10,631 miles
PASS
Mileage55,280 miles
Since last MOT+9,504 miles
PASS
Mileage45,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,776 miles
Since last MOT+10,067 miles
PASS
Mileage35,709 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 XMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CV05 XMZ

What car is CV05 XMZ?

CV05 XMZ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.

What is the mileage of CV05 XMZ?

The last recorded mileage for CV05 XMZ was 104,430 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV05 XMZ passed its MOT?

CV05 XMZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2016.

Is CV05 XMZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV05 XMZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CV05 XMZ?

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