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DA05 WDK

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 69,474 miles on the clock, averaging 4,446 miles per year, well 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 DA05 WDK

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,474
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2008
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,446

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,474 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,446
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DA05 WDK 22k34k46k58k69k '08'19'12

Check DA05 WDK

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,474 miles
Since last MOT+8,503 miles
PASS
Mileage60,971 miles
Since last MOT+8,596 miles
PASS
Mileage52,375 miles
Since last MOT+6,582 miles
PASS
Mileage45,793 miles
Since last MOT+6,385 miles
PASS
Mileage39,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,676 miles
PASS
Mileage31,732 miles
Since last MOT+9,850 miles
PASS
Mileage21,882 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

RegistrationDA05 WDK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About DA05 WDK

What car is DA05 WDK?

DA05 WDK is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DA05 WDK?

The last recorded mileage for DA05 WDK was 69,474 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA05 WDK passed its MOT?

DA05 WDK has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Mar 2019.

Is DA05 WDK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 WDK 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 DA05 WDK?

DA05 WDK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.