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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 140,294 miles on the clock, averaging 10,816 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for DF05 EPN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,213 |
| Average per year | 10,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DF05 EPN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DF05 EPN
What car is DF05 EPN?
DF05 EPN is a gold Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1796cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 EPN?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 EPN was 140,294 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 EPN passed its MOT?
DF05 EPN has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2019.
How old is DF05 EPN?
DF05 EPN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.